After School Care
Melbourne, FL Extended Day (After Care)
Description
The after-school care program is designed to provide quality supervision for students whose parents need after school childcare. Care is provided until all students are picked up by their parent/guardian at 6 pm. Hours for workers may vary depending on need for staff and workers must be flexible to work with students from ages 3-14. It is imperative for all workers to remain calm, positive and upbeat so as to provide a nurturing atmosphere for all students. 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • To provide after-school supervision for students.
  • During after-school care, workers will provide adequate time for older students to do homework.
  • During after-school care, workers will provide supervised playtime outside (weather permitting) to provide a safe and positive environment.
  • Workers must be able to stand for extended periods of time and walk around supervising playground and classroom activities. Workers must be able to carry at least up to 10 pounds, as an ice cooler and megaphone and radio are required for use. Some stooping, lifting, bending, crouching and reaching are required.
  • Workers must be able to operate a two-way radio and speak clearly to communicate with the office staff and students.
  • After-school workers may be asked to assist with the desk duties which require some basic computer skills and writing notes and reports. Some collection of money from parents and receipt writing may also occur.
  • After-school care workers will take attendance at each session.
  • Morning care workers may be asked to stand outside from 7 am to 7:40 to assure students arrive safely in morning car.
  • After-school care workers will need to communicate with the supervisor as well as parents regarding any problems that may arise during after-school care hours.
  • After-school care workers will be under the supervision of the director as well as the principal and will report any problems to the supervisor or principal.
  • Hours for positions vary, but usually include weekday afternoons, mornings and extended summer hours.
  • After-school care workers eligibility for employment is based on the principal's criteria and the 1-9 employment eligibility form.