Summer Childcare Aide

Position Details

Position Title:  Summer Childcare Aide
Building:  James C. Harvey Education Center

Reports to:  Director of Community Education

About Mason Public Schools:

Located in the heart of Michigan, minutes from the State Capitol and Michigan State University, Mason Public Schools serves more than 3,200 students across six school buildings. A team of 500 talented educators and support staff serve our schools, exhibiting a high level of commitment to our students. Mason Public Schools is proudly supported by our community through the Mason Public Schools Foundation and the approval of a bond to improve classrooms, safety, transportation, technology, facility infrastructure, and furniture and equipment.

Your journey starts here:  Every Student. Every Day.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI):  Through authentic learning opportunities, Mason Public School is committed to an inclusive environment. Our students, staff, and community respectfully acknowledge and value the diverse cultures, lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and identities of each other.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent education
Must be 18 years of age or older
Positive attitude and rapport with students and staff
Must be dependable, neat, and organized
Ability to follow directions and take initiative with activities

Desired Qualifications:

Experience working with children 4 years old to 5th grade
Current First Aid Certification
Current CPR Certification

Job Description

Perform duties assigned by the lead teacher
Assist in promoting and supervising the emotional, social, intellectual and physical development of each child
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality for all school-related information
Interact with children and parents in a positive, caring, and concerned manner
Able to independently handle the responsibilities of a group of children, while maintaining a safe environment during group activities
Willingness and physically capable to walk distances and participate in all field trips and playground activities
Must follow all childcare license rules and regulations

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking
The position requires occasional lifting of supplies and movement of classroom furnishings during the course of the day
Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, with some travel to other schools or field trip locations

Available:  June 10, 2024 – August 8, 2024 (some meeting and prep work before/after those dates will be required). End date could be extended depending on when the first day of school takes place.

** Closed July 4 & 5, 2024 for holiday

Schedule:  5 hour shifts M-F (between 7am-6pm. Some morning, some afternoon shifts) ** No weekends
 
Wages:  $15.00 per hour (no signing bonus)