Afterschool Program Assistant
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to consistent demand in the education sector and a reasonable hourly wage for part-time roles, but limited growth prospects and benefits.
- Part-time flexibility suitable for students or parents
- Support children's developmental activities
- Stable position in the education sector
Pros
- Part-time hours allow flexibility for students or other commitments
- Contribution to children's development in a supportive educational environment
- Clear responsibilities and opportunities to build relationships with families
Cons
- Limited career advancement opportunities
- Part-time position may lack benefits
- Potentially lower salary range compared to full-time roles in education
Who it's for
Entry / Mid-level • Part-time, on-site
Good fit
- Individual passionate about child education
- Students looking for part-time work
- Experienced caregivers in educational settings
Not recommended for
- Job seekers looking for full-time roles
- Individuals with no experience in childcare
- Those preferring remote work
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Title: Afterschool Program Assistant
Reports to: Director of Auxiliary Programs
Status: Part time position, Non-exempt Employee
Start date: Oct 2025
Schedule: 3:00-6:00pm, Monday-Friday
Afterschool Program Assistant: The main purpose of this position is to support the after school program manager in providing a high quality experience for students and families and meeting best practice standards in relation to all aspects of the After School Program. The working hours for this position are 3:00-6:00pm Monday through Friday. Applicants who are not available for the full working hours are still encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist Director of Auxiliary Programs in day-to-day activities and other duties as needed;
- Supervise students as they participate in activities such as crafts, circle games, sports, etc.;
- Oversee students during general group activities and playtime;
- Participate in preparing the environment for students, including cleaning duties before and after each session;
- Represent the after school program with a professional image at all times;
- Engage appropriately with parents, including greeting upon arrival and communicating about students and the program;
- Maintain confidentiality at all times;
- Create and maintain a safe learning environment for students.
Qualifications:
- Available to work weekday afternoons;
- Experience working with preschool & elementary school children in an academic setting, or similar setting such as summer camp;
- Courteous and professional demeanor;
- Ability to follow directions and reason logically;
- Detail oriented and well-organized;
- Health Screening, TB clearance, and background fingerprinting clearance required;
- A one-year commitment is expected.
Salary Range: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
ADA Requirements:
Marin Primary & Middle School is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
- For the purposes of the ADA, the "Primary Responsibilities" listed are essential job functions
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/classroom work environment, with typical classroom noise and other disruptions
- Both sitting and standing are required during a regular work day
- Normal vision and hearing abilities are required to interact with students, parents, faculty, and staff, and with school equipment
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work at desk and computer screen for extended periods of time
- Ability to turn, bend and reach
- Ability to move oneself around the campus
- Ability to drive to other locations for meetings, conferences, etc.
- Position requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, speaking, multitasking, and writing
MP&MS is an equal opportunity employer. All individuals have an equal opportunity for employment based on qualifications and merit, regardless of religion, race, sex, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military service status, or any other factor prohibited by state or federal law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and other conditions of employment. MP&MS also makes reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities and for employees who request an accommodation for pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
