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POSITION: AFTER-SCHOOL TEACHER’S ASSISTANT

REPORTS TO: LEAD TEACHER  & AFTER-SCHOOL SITE DIRECTOR

LOCATION: Englewood, NJ

DEPARTMENT: AS Grieco (180.1), AS Quarles (180.3), AS McCloud (180.5)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION 

The After-School Teacher's Assistant supports the delivery of a safe, nurturing, and engaging after-school program for children. This position assists with daily activities, homework support, structured play, snacks, transitions, and classroom routines while helping maintain a positive and inclusive environment. The Teacher's Assistant works collaboratively with the Site Director and program staff to support children's social, emotional, and educational development. 

The Teacher's Assistant helps create a safe and supportive environment where children can learn, play, build relationships, and develop confidence after the school day. Through consistent supervision, positive interactions, and hands-on support, this role contributes to a high-quality after-school experience for children and families.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Operations / Service Delivery

• Supervise and actively engage children during after-school programming.
• Assist with age-appropriate educational, enrichment, recreational, and structured play activities.
• Support children with homework and other school-related activities as directed.
• Assist with snack distribution, transitions, and daily program routines.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming program environment.
• Follow established schedules, lesson plans, routines, and program guidelines.
• Encourage positive behavior and support children's social-emotional development.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all children.

Leadership & Supervision

• Maintain appropriate supervision of children at all times and follow required staff-to-child ratios.
• Support the Lead Teacher and Site Director in implementing daily program activities and routines.
• Assist with behavior management and conflict resolution using positive, age-appropriate strategies.
• Follow all staff direction and established program procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development as assigned.

Compliance & Documentation

• Follow all applicable New Jersey licensing requirements, Bergen Family Center policies, and program procedures.
• Complete required documentation and communicate concerns regarding children's safety, behavior, or well-being to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and agency information.
• Follow all health, safety, emergency, and child supervision procedures.

Family/Client Engagement

• Interact with children, parents, guardians, and caregivers in a respectful and professional manner.
• Communicate relevant information regarding children's participation or needs to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children and families.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cooperatively with Teachers, Site Directors, and other program staff.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and supervisors.
• Demonstrate dependability, patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Support Bergen Family Center's mission, values, policies, and commitment to strengthening families and communities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current enrollment in high school or a post-secondary program may be considered based on applicable licensing requirements.

Experience

• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Experience in childcare, education, recreation, or after-school programming is a plus.

Certifications/Licenses

• Must meet applicable New Jersey School-Age Child Care (SACC) licensing requirements.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks and clearances.
• Additional certifications or training may be required based on program and licensing requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is primarily performed in a school, classroom, recreation, and/or community-based after-school environment.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the program space.
• May participate in indoor and outdoor activities and recreational programming.
• Ability to actively supervise children and respond appropriately to safety or emergency situations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, as required by program needs.
• Work may involve exposure to typical classroom, playground, and outdoor environmental conditions.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Employment Status: Part-Time
• Hours per Week: 17.5 hours
• Typically scheduled Monday through Friday during weekday afternoon after-school program hours.
• Schedule and hours may vary based on program needs, school schedules, enrollment, and site requirements.
• Occasional additional hours may be required for staff meetings, professional development, special events, or program activities.

COMPENSATION

• Hourly Rate: $18
• Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Eligible for professional development opportunities and required organizational training.