Extended Day Assistant - Chicago, United States - The University of Chicago

The University of Chicago

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Chicago, United States

2 weeks ago

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Department

Lab School FLP Staff - ESH

About the Department

At the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey.

Founded in 1896 by John Dewey as a place for educators to develop and explore novel approaches to pedagogy and curriculum, Lab continues to provide excitement and imagination in learning to this day.

Academic rigor, experiential learning, and intellectual discourse are hallmarks of a Lab education. Lab educators are recognized for excellence in teaching and pride themselves on innovation in the classroom.

Students in every grade have access to unparalleled resources, and all members of the Lab community benefit by partnerships and connections with the University of Chicago.

Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity.

No less than scholarship, Lab's mission prioritizes honoring diversity and exhibiting kindness.

We are committed to building and supporting a teaching and learning community where young people see aspects of their backgrounds and identities reflected around them, where they feel a deep sense of belonging, and where they discover and use their voices to full effect.

Today, 53-59 percent of Lab's student body are students of color. Families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are also affiliated with the University of Chicago.

Half of our families live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northwestern Indiana.

Inclusion is a fundamental value at Lab, such that we celebrate every facet of community members' identities, and even where we disagree, we emphasize respect, civility, and maintaining a spirit of community.

Job Summary

The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools runs an Extended Day program supporting 700+ students per year during the before (Early Day) and after school (Late Day) hours.

The Extended Day programs provide opportunities for children to connect with friends, discover and develop interests, and relax while their families need additional care before and after the school day.

Extended Day programs are designed to provide students with constructive, intentional, and meaningful opportunities to engage socially with one another, creatively with materials and concepts, and civically in the life of the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools and community.

Extended Day programs bring all of this to life within the familiar and enriching school environment onsite at the Laboratory Schools.

We are searching for both Early Day and Late Day staff to work with children on our Early Childhood campus (Grades nursery through second) or our Historic Campus (Grades three through eight).

The day consists of managing snack time, going outside, engaging in developmentally-appropriate and fun activities, including arts and crafts, music, science, and games.

A successful Extended Day staff person is excited to work with children in a before and/or after school setting. They actively work to keep students safe and engaged by supervising safe play. They creatively plan and execute activities that are developmentally appropriate. Extended Day staff patiently provide care to children in a play-based and social emotional focused environment.

Work Hours

We have a few shift options available. Please consider what works for your schedule. Priority will be given to applicants able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule.

Early Day 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday-Friday; this shift is for all grades

Late Day 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday; this shift works with 3rd-8th grades

Late Day 12:30/1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday; this shift works with N3-2nd grades

Compensation starts at $16 hourly depending upon experience and credentials. Extended Day Program Staff are paid for orientation and training days that periodically occur throughout the school year.

Terms of Employment

These are part-time, less than 35 hours, temporary positions for the academic school year. Employment will run through June 10, 2024. There are no benefits associated with these positions.

If interested, there is a possibility to extend this position to work through the summer in the Summer Lab program.

Responsibilities:

Build relationships and consistency with the students and families
Participate in training, professional development, and goals and feedback sessions
Create and write group newsletters and updates for families
Coteach with another Extended Day staff member
Collaborate with a team to develop grade level activities and curriculum
Staff will transition students to and from the Extended Day program to/from classrooms
Extended Day will take place indoors and outdoors including during winter months
Applies skills to provide assistance and instructional support to teachers, such as individual instruction, counseling and other support services.
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