Extensions & Extended Day Floater (Ages 0-9 & 9-14)
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Position Overview:
The Near North Montessori (NNM) Extensions & Extended Day Floater is a role that assists the Programs department in the facilitation of extended day and any related programs that occur either during or beyond the typical school day. This role is also part of the staff childcare team providing hands-on child care services to children of NNM staff during on-campus events including but not limited to: set-up and clean-up weeks; parent education events; and conference days.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Assist in the daily operations of extended day programs as assigned
Help ensure safe drop-off and pick-up of children
Assist in cleaning and maintenance of extended day locations within and outside the building ensuring a safe and healthy environment
Assist with implementation preparation and clean-up of daily activities
Assist in preparation and restoration of extended day spaces and environments
Provide coverage for absences in extended day program both general extended day and specialty activities
Maintain a close working relationship with the Programs Director and Programs Coordinator: attend all meetings as assigned regularly discuss the needs of the children evaluate mutual expectations and review work being done
Work closely with other extended day staff as well as faculty and staff at NNM as needed
Be flexible open and responsive to changes in assignments being available for on-call shifts as extended day assignments are added based upon the changing needs of the Programs department
Perform all duties as assigned by the Programs department and other staff as needed
Reports to the STEAM/EXTENSIONS Coordinator
Serve as a sub/float in classrooms and programs across the school as needed (with priority being given to extensions and Spanish)
Help supervise students as needed at lunch recess and other designated times
When not working as a sub in a classroom support teaching staff with other tasks such as organizing and prepping materials making copies etc.
Communicate regularly with classroom teachers about students
Qualifications :
Education/Training and Certification Licenses Registration Requirements:
Note: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
High School or equivalent diploma some college coursework preferred
Years of Experience
Previous experience working with children in various ages 0-14 required
Previous office work within the education or non-profit field is a plus
Certification
CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred but not required)
Specific Skills Required
Ability to work in both independent and group settings
Ability to communicate with children and adults
Ability to sit walk stand and engage with others for up to 8 consecutive hours
Ability to consistently deliver a high level of professionalism among staff administration parents and other school constituents
Communicate with diverse groups of people
Navigate unfamiliar and fast-paced environment
Ability to take initiative and maintain a task-oriented mindset
Ability to provide high level of support and assistance with the ability to juggle multiple tasks with changing priorities
Working collaboratively with others in an office and school setting
Requirements for All Employees:
Understands and acts in accordance with NNM mission and values
Ability to be a team-player working effectively with all students families staff supervisors and others
Prioritize and work to ensure student safety throughout the school both individually and as part of the greater community
Environment and/or Physical Factors:
The Work Environment and Physical Demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands to perform the assigned task(s) may include standing walking reaching stooping crouching bending lifting and pushing.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push up 75 pounds
Ability to independently function efficiently in a changing and varied environment with frequent interruptions
Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on details demonstrating appropriate planning preparation and execution of work
Ability to follow all NNM policies and procedures asking for clarification or support if needed
Actively practices a commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion in all areas of work
Maintains professional skill level pursuing and/or attending professional development and training opportunities required for the position
Additional Information :
Additional Information
The starting salary for this position is $45000 based on skills and experience.
Near North Montessori offers a variety of benefits which include:
Medical Dental and Vision options
Short Term & Long Term Disability
EAP Program
Flexible Paid Time off
Professional Development Opportunities
Near North Montessori believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race color religion gender national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation ancestry veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal state or local anti-discrimination laws. The Schools equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment hiring selection compensation benefits transfer conditions and privileges of employment.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Over 60 years old, NNM serves 556 students from toddlers to 8th Grade. Located near Wicker Park in Chicago, NNM is one of the largest Montessori schools in the nation. Highly regarded for its Montessori pedagogy and innovation, NNM hosts a rooftop garden, an innovation studio, a swimm ... View more