Morning Phoenix Care Assistant

About Phoenix Care

The Phoenix Care before/after school program provides an enriching and fun environment for Idaho Arts Charter School students before and after normal school day hours.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Phoenix Care Director and with guidance by designated school site management and/or School Administrators, the Phoenix Care Assistant assists in the development and implementation of before school learning activities and experiences, including organizing and conducting program activities and monitoring of students.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

7:00-9:00am

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Basic knowledge and understanding of elementary school aged children
• Previous experience working with school aged children preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions
• Self-motivated and must be able to work independently
• Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and time management skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively with public, answer questions or provide proper direction for answers
• Positive, kind, creative, communicative, selfless, humble, and wants to be part of making the lives of children, while at school, extraordinarily fantastic!
• Valid Idaho identification
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Major responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for participants
• Effectively communicate with school personnel, students, and parents
• Assist the Director of Phoenix Connect with administrative tasks
• Report any problems which arise with participants to the Director of Phoenix Connect
• Follow and enforce all safety policies
• Assist in extra-curricular learning experiences for students
• Work effectively with students and assist with behavior management, interpersonal actions, and act as a role model
• Support environments that are safe, healthy, and conducive to student learning
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Phoenix Connect or School Administration