Afterschool Program Director Jobs in Worcester, MA

Reports to: Children's House Director/Director of Auxiliary Programs

Classification: Full-time or part-time; Exempt

Oversees: N/A

Employment Type: Full-time, 30+ hours. Daily start and end times are flexible, depending on school needs and the applicant's availability. Possible hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., or 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday-Friday

Scope of work: Providing classroom coverage for teachers throughout the school when needed during the school day and after-school program

Experience Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work with children in an educational setting
• Must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment and committed to embracing differences and valuing multiple perspectives
  

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Clear CORI and MA fingerprinting
• EEC Licensing preferred (for CH)
• Previous work with children preferred

General Responsibilities:

Work with Lead Teacher or other adults to create an atmosphere consistent with the expectations of the children during various times of day. Supervise children in classroom environments and on playgrounds or play spaces.

Specific Responsibilities:

Educational Program & Student Services:

• Demonstrate competency with Montessori philosophy and methods
• Work with lead teacher to present clear/consistent expectations for routines and safety
• Assist children with personal care independence when applicable (CH - children ages 15 months - 6 years, dressing, toileting, hand washing, etc.)
• Follow recommendations for students who may be in your care during the day who receive support through a specialist (Early Intervention, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, etc.)
• Support students who may be in your care during the day with individual behavioral plans
• Supervise children regarding emergency practices such as fire drills
• Answer door and instruct parents where their child is during pick up
• Answer after school phone if parent phone calls come in regarding late pick up, etc.
• Double check building to ensure building is locked and secured for the evening

• Maintain the proper classroom environment to ensure student safety and easy access to materials

Constituent Relations:

• Build productive relationships with parents through events and parent volunteer opportunities in the classroom

Administration:

• Report all accidents/ incidents to HoS or Asst. HoS and complete accident forms as needed

• Learn and utilize FACTS SIS and other software the school uses to hold student information

• Attend all mandatory events for faculty
• Perform duties related to arrival/dismissal of school, when applicable

School Culture:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional ethics
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Montessori Education by modeling the Montessori values of grace and courtesy, respect and responsibility in visible daily actions
• Demonstrate commitment to competent communications and conflict resolution efforts across the school community
• Protect the privacy and confidentiality of each student and colleague

Professional Development

• Attend in-service training as provided by Riverbend School
• Attend workshops/conferences or other opportunities approved by HoS to further educational advancement

Lead After School Duties:

• Send snack order to Director of Auxiliary Programming
• Perform/oversee/train others on end-of-day duties (lock windows and doors, set thermostat)
• Perform/oversee/train others on playground clean-up at the end of each day
• Coordinate/facilitate bathroom break coverage for all after school staff in your division
• Track and be responsible for accurate attendance sheets daily, including updating the daily list for drop-in students, and updating the list after enrichment classes finish each day
• Train other after school staff on FACTS SIS and other school software

Collaborate with the Director of Auxiliary Programming to propose and help create the onboarding process for new after school staff

Other

• Take on duties as assigned

It is expected that all staff will function as self-directed members in a team effort. All performances should meet appropriate professional standards and adhere to the philosophy and mission of Riverbend School.

Mobility & Engagement: Frequently moving about the campus to follow the school schedule,
including ascending/descending stairs and transitioning between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Student Interaction: The ability to position oneself at a child's level (e.g., kneeling, sitting, or crouching) and assist students with daily tasks like zipping jackets, tying shoes, or managing materials.
Supervision: Effectively monitoring students during recess and outdoor activities in various weather conditions.
Physical Assistance: Occasionally moving or lifting classroom materials or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
Sensory & Focus: Maintaining focus and safety in a moderately noisy environment with frequent interruptions; specific vision capabilities are required to ensure student safety and accurate record-keeping.

Accommodations: Riverbend School is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, provided such accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the school's operations.

Commitment to DEIJ:

Riverbend School is committed to becoming an anti-bias and anti-racist community. All candidates must be committed to furthering this work by embracing differences; exploring and affirming the identities and intersections of all which include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomics, social class, family structures, learning differences, and differences in ability. Candidates must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment.

We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQIA+ educators, or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools.

EEO Statement:

Riverbend School is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. Riverbend strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, veteran status, or any other class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.