Afterschool Care Provider, Part-time

Clonlara School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Afterschool Care Provider to join our Ann Arbor Campus team for the 26-2027 school year. This part-time role supports students during afterschool hours through enrichment activities, open play, and community-building experiences. You’ll work closely with our campus staff to ensure a safe, engaging, and joyful environment for all learners.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Supervising and facilitating open play and enrichment activities for students after school.
Building meaningful, caring relationships with students.
Fostering self-esteem, motivation, and a sense of responsibility in students.
Ensuring students are in the correct place at the correct time.
Supporting enrichment courses and campus events as needed.
Assisting with emergency procedures and facility operations.
Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment.
SCHEDULE
3-4 days per week M-TH 2:00-5:00
BACKGROUND AND SKILLS
Experience working with students as a classroom assistant/aide, paraprofessional, camp counselor or in a teaching role.
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the following attributes and abilities:
Ability to supervise groups of children.
Interest in progressive education movements (e.g., “free,” alternative, and democratic schools) and educational philosophies such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf.
Positive attitude toward working with students and families.
Strong cross-cultural understanding, the ability to communicate with diverse populations, and a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to individual circumstances, preferences, and choices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Basic understanding of Office 365 tools (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Receptiveness to coaching and the ability to accept/follow guidance from others.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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