Jackson Walnut Park School is seeking a caring, energetic, and dependable Kids' Corner Full-Time Staff Member to join our Montessori community. This unique position combines classroom support during the school day with an engaging after-school experience for children from Toddlers through Kindergarten.
Every day is different—and every day is an opportunity to help children learn, grow, and feel valued.
Your Day at a Glance
Midday Classroom Support (11:00 AM – 2:30 PM)
You'll become an important part of one Toddler or Primary classroom by:
- Supporting half-day dismissal and recess transitions
- Assisting children during lunch in a calm and respectful environment
- Helping toddlers and primary students during rest and nap time
- Providing classroom coverage while teachers attend meetings, planning time, or breaks
- Partnering with teachers to support each child's individual needs
Kids' Corner After School (2:30 PM – 6:00 PM)
When the school day ends, the fun begins!
You'll help create an engaging after-school experience by:
- Supervising indoor and outdoor play
- Leading games, arts and crafts, and creative activities
- Supporting homework, quiet time, and social-emotional learning
- Assisting with snacks, clean-up, and daily transitions
- Building meaningful relationships with children and families
- Communicating student needs with the Kids' Corner leadership team
Qualifications
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience working with young children in a school, childcare, camp, or early childhood setting
- High school diploma or equivalent (coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus)
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A dependable, flexible, and child-centered approach
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
The ideal candidate is:
- Kind, nurturing, and responsive
- Organized and dependable
- Comfortable managing routines and transitions
- A collaborative team player
- Passionate about supporting children's social, emotional, and developmental growth
- Committed to the mission and values of Jackson Walnut Park School
Schedule
Regular School Days
- Monday-Friday
- 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
No School Days (Kids' Corner Open)
JWP VALUES
· Love of, and Service to, the "Dear Neighbor" Without Distinction: Serving all people, especially the vulnerable, without distinction.
· Gracious Hospitality: Providing a welcoming, inclusive presence.
· Peaceful Resolution of Conflict: Actively working for reconciliation and peace.
· Care for all of God's Creation: A commitment to environmental justice and sustainability.
· Unity: Working to bridge divisions and foster oneness.
COMMITMENT TO NON-DISCRIMINATION & DIVERSITY
Jackson Walnut Park Educational Collaborative is a private, co-educational, interfaith Catholic institution that is an equal opportunity employer. Our children come from varying cultures, ethnicities, races, and religious backgrounds.
Animated by the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, we value candidates with varied experiences and encourage those who can support the values below to apply. We encourage newly certified and retired educators who love children and enjoy working in a high-energy environment to apply.
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Jackson Walnut Park Education Collaborative does not discriminate in employment based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability status, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, race, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
