Employment

K-5 After School Program Leader

Hiring now for position beginning in January!

The After School Program Leader is responsible for maintaining a safe, engaging, and fun environment for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. The Program Leader is responsible for coming up with creative and educational activities, preparing and serving snacks, maintaining a clean environment for the children, and corresponding and communicating with staff and parents while working with administrators to implement school policies, procedures, and foster a joyful, inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

  • Follow program plans, which include games, crafts and outside play
  • Follow schedule for snacks, outdoor time and indoor time
  • Maintain standards of student behavior and citizenship to achieve a functional, safe and respectful learning atmosphere.
  • Attend training program(s) for the staff as necessary
  • Effectively supervise, coach, and mentor children
  • Schedule substitutes if they need coverage
  • Build rapport and communicate with parents according to school standards to share insight about students’ participation in the program
  • Work with Registrar to maintain current student records
  • Maintain confidentiality of students and families.
  • Assist with the evaluation of the program
  • Additional responsibilities as outlined by the school calendar and/or individual contract

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

  • Understand the principles, philosophy, and practices of recreation administration (e.g., program planning, leadership, risk management, budgeting, and public relations)
  • Experience in executing activities and special events
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Ability to lead and individually work to accomplish goals
  • Ability to operate the technology used and use the available hardware and software

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years old
  • Must have prior experience working with school aged children
  • Must have ability to effectively communicate with with all stakeholders
  • Washington State background check and fingerprint clearance and all other statements and disclosures in accordance with state law are required prior to employment
  • Must earn Food Handler’s Card
  • Upon hire or before, must earn certification in CPR and First Aid

Schedule

The hours are 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday.

There is also full-time work available on the following dates: January 30, February 13, March 13 and June 4 -26 or beyond in the summer.

Hourly Wage

$22-25

To learn more or apply, please contact Sheri Martin Chen at sheri@hillsideacademy.com or call 425-844-8608.

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Our Mission Statement

Hillside Academy's mission is to help students become future innovators and leaders. We focus on building confidence, creativity, and a love for learning. Through hands-on and project-based activities, we guide students in shaping strong character while helping them achieve academic success. More detailed information can be found on our website.

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At Hillside Academy, we believe that each child has unique gifts and purpose. Our mission is to nurture every student's heart and character, fostering growth in knowledge, compassion, and resilience. We recognize that all children and families are on a journey and are honored to support each child as they discover their value and potential in our world. While founded and based on Christian values, Hillside is an open-enrollment school that accepts students from a wide variety of backgrounds, religious and non-religious. More detailed information can be found on our website.

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