Wakefield Academy - Program Assistant (Before and After School Program)

Job Title Knowledge and Qualifications: Must have experience working with Pre-K, elementary, and/or middle school students in an academic setting or extensive experience in a camp and/or extended day program. Ability to work with students of varying ages and abilities in a calm and supportive manner. PreK staff requirement: the ability to lift children, generally up to 35-50 pounds High school diploma required. Description of Duties: Support the students in our program with various activities, both academic and social-based. Actively engage students in both academic, social skills, and other fun/social-based activities. Assist site coordinators in preparing centers and activities for student engagement in structured and/or free play. Assist site coordinators prior to the start of Academic and/or Enrichment programs. Assist with transitioning students to different activities, schedules, as well as arrival and dismissal. ***Preferred: Candidates available to work Wakefield Public Schools early release days. They are scheduled for varying Fridays beginning at 12:00pm Salary: $26.00