Extended Care Team Member

Job Title: Extended Care Team Member

Department: Extended Care

Reports To: Director of Extended Care and Summer

FLSA Status: Non-exempt part-time hourly

Location: 100% on campus, Monday - Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Chandler School (www.chandlerschool.org) is an independent K-8 school located in Pasadena, CA, with an enrollment of 450 students. Founded in 1950, Chandler School abides by its mission to provide each student with the highest quality and most academically challenging education in a nurturing, balanced and diverse environment.

We strive to have our students gain a love of learning, a means of thinking independently, and an ability to work collaboratively. A Chandler education seeks to develop good character, self-reliance, and a commitment to community in students as a foundation for academic and personal success.

We take pride in our thriving community with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We learn and grow from one another and respect each others’ creativity and knowledge to promote a nurturing and healthy workplace.

Purpose/Summary:

The Extended Care (CEC) Team Member position plays a key role in supporting students during after-school hours by creating a safe, structured, and engaging environment. This position balances active supervision, activity facilitation, and student support while reinforcing Chandler’s expectations for student behavior and community values. This role contributes to students’ social, emotional, and academic development and ensures a consistent, well-run extended care program for families. This is a fully on-site, in-person position based on Chandler’s campus in Pasadena.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following but are not limited to:

Student Supervision & Engagement

• Supervise students in classrooms, outdoor spaces, and shared areas to ensure safety at all times
• Plan and lead age-appropriate recreational, creative, and enrichment activities
• Support students in transitioning to and from enrichment classes
• Assist with homework and provide appropriate academic support

Student Development & Behavior

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment
• Guide students in resolving conflicts using age-appropriate and restorative practices
• Maintain appropriate behavior expectations aligned with school policies

Program Operations

• Take and maintain accurate daily attendance
• Support setup, organization, and cleanup of program spaces
• Maintain inventory of program supplies, materials, and equipment
• Follow all school policies and procedures related to student safety, supervision, and care

Communication

• Communicate professionally and positively with students, colleagues, and parents
• Share relevant student updates or concerns with the Director of Extended Care
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings

General Responsibilities

• Model professionalism, reliability, and accountability
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school information
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including accurate attendance and supply tracking
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children, colleagues, and parents, including sharing student updates and concerns clearly and promptly
• Ability to actively supervise and manage groups of students across classrooms, outdoor spaces, and shared areas, with a consistent focus on safety
• Ability to plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate recreational, creative, and enrichment activities
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment, and to set and reinforce behavior expectations consistent with school policies
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, including familiarity with (or willingness to learn) age-appropriate restorative practices
• Ability to support students with homework and basic academic needs
• Ability to guide students through smooth transitions to and from enrichment classes and between activities
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing daily needs
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and accountability
• Emotional maturity and ability to remain calm under pressure, including in safety or behavioral situations
• Willingness to follow school safety, supervision, and care procedures and to complete required trainings
• Basic familiarity with technology (e.g., Google Workspace, iPads) for attendance, communication, and activities
• Project a positive image of the school to parents and the general community
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and school information
• Commitment to Chandler's mission and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, social-emotional learning (SEL), and supporting student well-being

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• College degree or college coursework in education, child development, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of one year of educational experience
• Experience in a private school setting preferred
• Experience partnering with families to support student learning and growth
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Working Conditions:

• Work fully on-site on a school campus
• Frequently stand, walk, and move around the school campus.
• Frequently speak, read, and write
• Regularly bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and sit to interact with students at their level, assist with activities, manage supplies, etc
• Occasionally use a computer and standard classroom and office equipment (e.g., keyboard, mouse, telephone, printer, projector, etc.)
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or move materials and objects, such as sports equipment and activity supplies, typically up to 30 pounds, with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment
• Ability to visually and audibly monitor student activity and respond promptly in a classroom, playground, or other supervised space
• Ability to supervise children in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, or rain, during outdoor play, recess, or field trips, which may include off-campus locations and travel by school-arranged transportation
• Moderate noise levels typical of a school environment, including student conversations, classroom activities, and occasional events
• Standard school-day schedule, with occasional evening or weekend work for special events, meetings, or professional development
• Must have reliable transportation

Nothing in this job description restricts the school’s right to assign or reassign job duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should send a resume to Diana Moore at [email protected]

Compensation and Benefits Overview:

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package is designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees.

• Compensation: competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Health Insurance*: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans are available to full-time employees and their dependents. Chandler School pays up to 50% of dependent care coverage, based on tenure.
• Retirement Plan*: Full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 403(b) plan with employer contributions of up to 10% of eligible compensation, based on tenure.
• Paid Time Off: Personal and sick days are available to all employees, in addition to 15 paid holidays.
• Professional Development: access to ongoing training opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
• Wellness & Connectivity Support: All full-time and part-time employees receive a wellness and connectivity stipend.

*Full-time employees only

Chandler School is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related conditions), and sexual orientation.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Do you have or are you willing to obtain CPR & first aid certification?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Pasadena, CA 91103 (Required)

Work Location: In person