Nature and Scope of Job
The Wyndcroft School provides a place where tradition and innovation intersect, in a kind and collaborative community that believes in creating experiences to promote leadership, creativity, a love of learning, integrity, determination, and respect. As an Early Childhood through 8th-grade school, we have the privilege of stewarding young minds and hearts through a journey of discovery, growth, and development. Small class sizes foster opportunities to offer a high-quality educational experience where our faculty and staff develop strong connections with pupils. The After School Care (ASC) Manager is responsible for the overall direction of the ASC programme.
FLSA Status
Part-time, Non-Exempt
Line of Authority
- Reports to the Assistant Head of School (AHOS)
- This position does not manage any faculty or staff
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Fully supports the school's mission and is highly engaging, positive, and assertive ambassador for the School.
- Works collaboratively and supportively with the Wyndcroft Leadership Team (WLT) and fellow faculty and staff.
- Develops and administers a safe ASC programme that supports the School's mission, offering fun, educational and enriching experiences for pupils.
- Facilitates the organisation of effective ASC programme's physical and social-emotional environments that reflect the School's educational philosophy.
- Provides pupil supervision consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, and goals of the School. Establishes and promotes high standards and expectations for all pupils.
- Executes programmes that are in compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety standards.
- Ensures meticulous procedures and records of parent/guardian sign-in/out of children.
- Maintains meticulous records of adverse incidents, both injury and behaviour and reports these promptly to the Director of Fiance and Operations (DFO).
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Actively supports the School's enrolment management by collaborating with the Director of Admission and Communication on admission and re-enrolment as needed.
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Performs other duties and oversees special assignments as necessary or assigned by the DFO or Head of School (HOS).
Skills and Knowledge
Education
High School Diploma and at least two years of early childhood education college credit.
License/Certification
First Aid, AED, and age-appropriate CPR certification
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
Experience
- Two years related experience in early childhood and/or adolescent development.
- Experience in a not-for-profit environment and/or independent school is highly preferred.
Physical and Psychological Demands
- Must be:
- Physically and mentally capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously, complete work with many interruptions and be capable of consistently functioning well in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to support and speak passionately about the School's mission.
- Work independently with little supervision.
- Able to occasionally lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
- Capable of using a visual display terminal with keyboard.
- Able to give and take criticism and direction well.
- Must enjoy working collegially and congenially with faculty/staff, parents, and children in a school that highly values community.
- Must exhibit the following qualities to be a successful team player:
- Ability to maintain confidential and positive working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, parents, pupils, school, community organisations and the general public.
- Trustworthiness, commitment and loyalty to faculty, staff, HOS, WLT, and the School.
- Ability to communicate in a timely and professional manner to address conflicts.
- Strong evidence of commitment and loyalty to The Wyndcroft School.
- Strong evidence of ownership and accountability for work.
- Consistent and superior attention to detail and results.
Ready to apply?
The Wyndcroft School is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining the Wyndcroft community, please submit a cover letter and résumé.
