2026/2027 Part-Time After School Care Program Assistant (PreK-8)

After School Care Program Assistant

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools 2026/2027 After School Care Program Assistant - Part-time Benefit Ineligible St. James the Apostle, Glen Ellyn, Illinois Position available: August, 2026

Position Purpose: The candidate must have a positive attitude and serve as a role model to participants in the program. Before and After School Care Program staff must enjoy working with school-aged children/teens.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring safety of all children in the program
• Signing children upon arrival and out when they leave
• Creating an enriching, fun, and safe environment
• Planning activities for children of all ages
• Interacting positively with children and their families
• Working independently as well as with a team
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal or pastor

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or GED equivalent required. Candidates must be at least 16 years old. Protecting God's Children Certificate and Background Check required. A background in education and/or college course(s) in recreation education is a plus but not required. Childcare work experience with children of all ages preferred but not required. Other training may be required after employment begins.

Work Schedule: This person must be available to work: After school Tuesday/Thursday - 2:30-6:00 Monday-Friday - 2:30-4:30 Meets on regular school days when school is in session.

Hourly Range: $15.00-$18.00 Final hourly rate will be determined by relevant years of experience in a similar job combined with education and professional licensure.

Physical abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, feel with hands, reach with arms, walk up or down multiple flights of stairs, and be physically able to perform duties as assigned, including the ability to lift up to 20-30 pounds if needed. Works in standard office and school building environments but also has ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

To apply for this position: Complete an online Frontline Applicant Tracking application and upload required supplemental materials. Additionally, the following documentation is required to be uploaded/submitted with your online application to be considered further: Current Resume Official Transcripts, if applicable/obtained ISBE ELIS Educator (PARA) if applicable/obtained References