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Title: Part-Time After School Care Aide

Purpose: The After School Aide is responsible for assisting the preschool teachers in the preparation, planning, and day-to-day duties of the Hill Country Christian School of Austin Preschool.

Accountability: Reports to the preschool and elementary school principal.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Part-time (20 hours/week)

Qualifications:

• Must be a Christ-follower who upholds, in word and deed, the Hill Country Christian School of Austin’s Core Values and Statement of Faith.
• Must faithfully attend a church whose fundamental beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith of this school.
• A high school diploma is required or equivalent and at least one year of experience working with children.
• Must be skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously and be flexible to cover other duties as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Model and promote high Christian standards and expectations for all students and peer staff to encourage excellent academic performance and godly character.
• Conduct yourself in the highest Christ-like behavior and decorum consistent with a professional school environment in all interactions with students, parents, and school staff. Establish a professional rapport with students and staff that maintains their respect.
• Establish and maintain positive communication with school staff, students, parents, and be part of a supportive and encouraging team.
• Exhibit compassion, enthusiasm, and knowledge to create a quality educational program in a Christian setting.
• Provide support to the preschool teacher(s) in gathering materials and preparing activities for students.
• Monitor and supervise assigned children at all times to ensure their safety and basic needs are met.
• Assist in setting up and maintaining a classroom environment that is orderly, clean, inviting, safe, and promotes opportunities for social, spiritual, emotional, and academic learning.
• Assist in maintaining classroom materials and equipment.
• Able to relate easily and impartially to all children working toward the development of each one.
• Must be flexible and adapt to various classroom settings and learning styles, schedules, and changes.
• Provide administrative support to the preschool teacher(s) by making copies, laminating, maintaining art displays and bulletin boards.
• Transition students to the lunchroom and enrichment classes.
• Escort students to the nurse’s office or other areas of the school.
• Monitor students on the playground, in the lunchroom, and in carpool.
• Prepare take home folders.
• Know and comply with school policies and handbook.
• Address any staff, student, or parent issues in accordance with the principles set forth in Matthew 18 as commanded by Jesus Christ.
• Notify the head of school, principal, and nurse immediately and any appropriate agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse/neglect, severe medical conditions, potential suicide or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
• Notify school officials and administration immediately when any behavior that is a physical risk to other staff, faculty, or students is observed or discovered either directly or indirectly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to frequently move about inside campus buildings and outside on the grounds.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Must be able to grasp, move, or assemble small objects.
• Frequently operate a computer and a printer/copy machine using repetitive movements.
• Must be able to exchange accurate and professional information whether in person, via email or telephone. Frequently communicates with co-workers and others.
• Possess the physical stamina required to fulfill the professional obligations in preschool and be able to lift 5 to 35 pounds.
• Possible exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.