ECE - Afterschool Staff - Hampton Roads Academy

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

Join the HRA community of dedicated professionals whose compassion and commitment nurture the needs of our students.The Extended Care Enrichment program offers exciting opportunities which enhance the student experience at HRA for the varying ages.Our program offers superior care by providing quality interactions between staff and students, while the policies, experiences and activities promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in our students.Professional development and training are provided throughout the year.We require creative and talented individuals who love working with children.Experience working with children.Successful candidates will have to undergo a background check.

Duties

• Supervising the children in a manner consistent with the philosophy and the goals of the school.This includes:
• Treating each child with dignity and respect.
• Planning activities which will encourage each child’s growth, development, and creativity.
• Recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child.
• Helping children learn to be responsible, respect themselves, and others.
• Being responsible for the arrangement, décor, and learning environment in the Extended Care rooms.Responsible for upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and games.Remove equipment needing repairs.
• Being responsible for reporting to the Director any equipment repairs or replacements needed, maintenance needed in the room or elsewhere in the building or on the playground, and supplies that need to be reordered.
• Seeking new ideas and materials for use in the program with the children or to share with other staff members.
• Generally promoting a good rapport among staff members.
• Attending all Extended Care staff meetings, training, and programs.
• Maintaining the records that are required by the Extended Care program and adhering to the daily schedule and student/teacher ratio requirements.
• Informing the Director of any behavior problems in the program particularly involving written reports to parents.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding children and their families.
• Maintaining professional conduct and attitudes in working with parents, staff, school personnel, and visitors.

Please send a resume and letter of interest to Shirley Tanguy, Director of Ancillary Programs
Hampton Roads Academy
739 Academy Lane
Newport News
VA 23602

Requirements

Monday – Thursday2:15 p.m. – 5:30 pm
Friday2:00-5:30 pm