Eagles Nest is open before and after school, and on non-school weekdays. We are open for the school year from 6:00 am - 8:30 am (10:30am Wednesdays) and 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm after school. We are also open from 6:00am - 5:30pm, for non-school days/breaks.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Receives children and records daily arrival time; reviews the physical/emotional condition to ensure the child's well being.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and working relationships with various entities such as students, parents, teachers and school administrators.
• Sets up and implements daily before and after school activities.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• How to relate well with students.
• Understanding and ability to meet developmental needs of preschool and school age students.
• Knowledge and skill in childcare /child development, including what students are capable of at different age levels.
• Knowledge of safety and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of students' activities that will get the child to use both their skills and imagination.
• Ability to implement program activities as well as participate in those activities.
• Ability to be on time and follow through with responsibilities.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model for students.
• Ability to anticipate problems and take preventive action.
• Ability to create a collaborative working environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, staff, teachers, and administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Maintaining accurate records.
• Documentation of incident reports.
• Assist team leaders or teachers while implementing during Summer program and activities.
• Develop positive relationships and communicate effectively with school staff, custodians, food service staff, teachers, principals, school secretaries, guidance counselors, and supervisors.
• Greet parents and students when they arrive and leave.
• Communicate student behaviors with parents on a daily basis.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, orderly, and safe environment.
• Utilize space effectively to meet the needs of students.
• Maintain appropriate child/staff ratios at all times.
• Follow Food Safety/Sanitation guidelines when preparing and distributing snacks.
• Performs other duties assigned.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.

Successful completion of criminal background investigation.

Ability to complete required trainings within 90 days of hire.