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The Community Church

Extended Care Coordinator

Ashburn, VA

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

Extended Care Coordinator Located in Loudoun County, Community Church exists to love people the ... Meet with the Assistant Principals to problem solve, receive and give feedback, and further advance ...

The Community Church

Extended Care Coordinator

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

Extended Care Coordinator Located in Loudoun County, Community Church exists to love people the ... Meet with the Assistant Principals to problem solve, receive and give feedback, and further advance ...

Holy Rosary Healthcare

PCT - Extended Care

Miles City, MT · On-site

$1.4K/wk

Certified Nursing Assistant Profession: PCT Specialty: Extended Care Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a healthcare setting preferred. License: CNA ...

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Archdiocese of St. Louis

Aide - Extended Care

Villa Ridge, MO · On-site

$11.75 - $14.50/hr

Extended Care Aides help provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that reflects the ... * Assist students with homework, quiet study time, and ageappropriate activities. * Lead and ...

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Aide - Extended Care

Villa Ridge, MO · On-site

$12.50 - $15.50/hr

Extended Care Aides help provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that reflects the ... * Assist students with homework, quiet study time, and age-appropriate activities. * Lead and ...

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What is an extended care assistant?

Extended Care Assistants are professionals who provide support and supervision to children outside of regular school hours, typically in before- and after-school programs. Their responsibilities often include organizing activities, assisting with homework, ensuring children's safety, and sometimes providing basic care such as snacks. They play a key role in creating a safe, engaging environment for children while supporting their social and emotional development. Extended Care Assistants often work in schools, community centers, or childcare facilities and collaborate closely with teachers and parents.

What are some common challenges extended care assistants face when supporting students outside regular classroom hours?

Extended Care Assistants often manage diverse groups of students with varying needs and energy levels, especially during before- and after-school programs. Balancing structured activities with free play, maintaining safety, and addressing behavioral issues can be challenging, particularly in larger groups. Building rapport with students and communicating effectively with both parents and teaching staff are key to creating a supportive environment. Flexibility, patience, and proactive problem-solving are essential skills to navigate these challenges successfully.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an extended care assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Extended Care Assistant, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, basic healthcare knowledge, and experience in caregiving or a similar role. Familiarity with patient care software, mobility aids, and first aid/CPR certification is often required. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills help build trust with clients and support effective teamwork. These skills ensure that Extended Care Assistants can provide safe, attentive, and respectful care to individuals in need of daily living assistance.

What is the difference between Extended Care Assistant vs Personal Support Worker?

AspectExtended Care AssistantPersonal Support Worker
CertificationsTypically requires a healthcare aide or similar certificationOften requires a PSW certificate or equivalent
Work EnvironmentLong-term care facilities, hospitals, home careHome care, community settings, long-term care
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, nursing homesHome care agencies, healthcare providers
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve providing personal care and support to clients, often in healthcare or home settings. The main difference lies in the specific certifications and typical work environments, with Extended Care Assistants often working in institutional settings and Personal Support Workers frequently providing home-based care.

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Infographic showing various Extended Care Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Preschool Extended Care Assistant (part-time)

Waldorf School of the Peninsula

Los Altos, CA • On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Waldorf School of the Peninsula (Preschool - Grade 12) is celebrating it's 41st year of bringing Waldorf education to Northern California. Our school has two beautiful campuses: Preschool through grade 5 in Los Altos and a few miles away in Mountain View are grades 6-12. Our school is a full member of and accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America and fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. WSP is dedicated to hiring dedicated and highly capable faculty and administration. We invest in our learning and growth to best serve the needs of our students, teachers, community, and each other.
We are seeking a part-time preschool extended care teaching assistant for our preschool program at the Los Altos, CA campus beginning August 2026. The Preschool Extended Care staff work closely with the program director as a team, to provide a warm, playful and safe neighborhood-style experience for our students in preschool during after school hours. This role is an hourly, part-time position, with possible work opportunities during school breaks and summers, when camps are offered. Availability Monday through Friday 1 pm - 6pm is required.
Excellent, professional interpersonal skills are required as well as the ability to multitask and take ownership of a wide range of children's needs, indoor and outdoor activities, and housekeeping duties. Areas of responsibility include tracking student arrivals and departures, supervision and support of student activities and social interactions, communication with parents, and a variety of daily housekeeping duties including organization and management of materials and classroom space, food preparation, laundry and cleaning tasks.
The ideal candidate will have a loving and playful, yet authoritative presence with children. This person will be fluid and flexible in an ever-changing landscape, yet able and willing to maintain the rhythms and routines that are in place to support this fluidity for the children. Experience working with early childhood children is required, as is the ability to be in physical movement such as walking, bending, lifting approximately 25lbs, squatting, and playing for the majority of the work day. Staff are expected to be safety conscious and able to solve problems with discernment, while maintaining confidentiality of student, familial and organizational information.
Responsibilities:
Each employee is responsible for exhibiting good communication, problem solving and priority setting skills as well as maintaining an overall positive attitude. In collaboration with Waldorf School of the Peninsula administrative staff and early childhood faculty:
  • Promote positive relationships with all children and adults
  • Create a nurturing environment for young children and families
  • Develop partnerships with colleagues to establish a cohesive early childhood community
  • Assist Lead Teachers and Extended Care Director as informed
  • Perform light housekeeping and child maintenance duties

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 6 ECE Units or enrolled in an ECE course preferred
  • Minimum age: 18 years old
  • Must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required in this capacity (ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stop most of the time)
  • Complete a health screening (no more than 60 days prior to hire date) and negative Tuberculosis test (no more than 1 year prior to hire date)
  • Meet the immunization requirements required by the state of CA for early childhood employees
  • Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain
  • Complete a California criminal record clearance via DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearance
  • Extended Care staff enjoy a supportive and collaborative environment, frequent interactions with parents, teachers, and students, as well as an interesting variety of daily challenges.

The role is ideal for an individual with strong leadership capacities who has an interest in teaching and Waldorf Education.
Actual weekly schedules are determined by the Pedagogical Administrator and Extended Care Director based upon program needs in consultation with staff.
Compensation for this position is $24-$25 an hour.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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