Careers

Location: North Side Community School Position Overview: The After School Program Aide at North Side Community School supports the after-care program by assisting in the supervision and care of students from grades PreK-5 during after-school hours. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of students, assisting with academic and enrichment activities, and maintaining a positive and supportive environment. Schedule:

• Part-Time Position
• Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (School Days Only)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Supervision:
   1. Provide attentive supervision of students during after-care hours to ensure their safety and well-being.
   2. Assist with student check-in and dismissal, ensuring a smooth and orderly process.
   3. Monitor student behavior and enforce school rules to maintain a positive and respectful environment.
2. Activity Assistance:
   1. Support the implementation of academic and enrichment activities designed by the After School Program Director.
   2. Engage students in activities, helping them with homework, crafts, games, and other enrichment activities.
   3. Assist in preparing and organizing materials needed for daily activities.
3. Safety and Well-being:
   1. Ensure that all safety protocols are followed during after-care hours, including transitions between activities and outdoor play.
   2. Address minor behavioral issues or conflicts among students and report significant concerns to the After School Program Director.
   3. Provide basic first aid as needed and maintain an orderly and safe environment.
4. Communication and Collaboration:
   1. Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents to support a cohesive after-care program.
   2. Work collaboratively with other after-care staff to ensure that all students receive appropriate attention and support.
   3. Provide feedback to the After School Program Director regarding student progress, concerns, and program needs.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in education or child development is a plus.
• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Ability to manage student behavior in a positive and constructive manner.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter to info@northsidecommunityschool.org. Please include "After School Program Aide Application" in the subject line. North Side Community School is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Are you a mission-driven educator who believes every child deserves an excellent education in a warm, caring, nurturing, and rigorous school environment? Do you believe every day should be a fresh start for a child? Does the idea of helping children grow, develop, and achieve success despite societal barriers excite you? If so, North Side Community School may be the perfect place for you! North Side Community School is a PreK - 8th-grade charter public school in the City of St. Louis founded in 2009 with an enrollment of approximately 500 students. The most important word in our name is community. We are a community of small classrooms (15 to 18 students per class), amazing educators, and caring parents working every day to ensure our children succeed! North Side Community School operates across three campuses (early childhood center, elementary campus, and middle school campus). We are free (no tuition), public, and open to all. North Side consistently provides a high-quality education often ranked as one of the best public schools in the City of St. Louis and the State of Missouri. Most of our students live in the most challenging neighborhoods in St. Louis and 100% of our students qualify for free or reduced lunch. Small class sizes, differentiated instruction, individualized attention, and AMAZING educators are the keys to our students' success! Position Summary: North Side Community School is seeking Substitute Teachers for the 2023-2024 school year. Candidates with proven experience of creating a positive and highly engaging classroom environment and applying strong instructional and classroom management strategies. Compensation: Daily Rate: $225 per day Long Term Rate*: $250 per day *Long term is defined as 3 or more consecutive days for the same teacher Essential Functions:  Assume the leadership of a classroom following plans established by the full-team teacher.  Implementation of a positive, nurturing, warm, welcoming classroom culture where students feel welcome, encouraged, and willing to take risks.  Implementation of a positive behavior plan to set routines and procedures enhancing engagement in learning activities  Following prepared lesson plans as well as Implementing engaging activities to teach skills (e.g., drawing, theater, experiments, etc.)  Maintain a high-level of professionalism Skills & Characteristics:  Punctual and attentive to schedules  Implements the growth mindset in the classroom  Uses a variety of positive classroom management strategies to keep the classroom running smoothly Education: Minimum of an Associate’s Degree Certification: Substitute Teaching Certification for the State of Missouri or Full Teaching Certification   North Side Community School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. North Side Community School does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.