Spartan Kids School Age Child Care Staff (College/Adult)

- Position Type:
Community Education/School Age Child Care Workers - Date Posted:
10/15/2026 - Location:
Orono Community Education - Plan and implement engaging choice-based activities for school-age children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Supervise children in Kindergarten - 5th grade, utilizing appropriate student and classroom management techniques to ensure a safe and positive environment.
- Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for students and families, building positive relationships and a sense of community.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the program, including sanitization and organization of materials and equipment.
- Set clear rules and expectations for behavior, promoting a respectful and inclusive environment.
- Effectively communicate with all Spartan Kids staff, students and parents.
- Fun, nurturing, and caring demeanor, with a genuine passion for working with children.
- Highly organized and flexible, able to adapt to varying tasks and responsibilities.
- Experience in child care is appreciated, showcasing your understanding of the needs and interests of school-age children.
- Two years of experience in a related field, such as education or child development, is preferred, demonstrating your academic background and commitment to the field.
- First-aid and CPR certification is preferred, highlighting your commitment to the safety and well-being of children.
- Work experience with school-age children (ages 5-12) is desirable, demonstrating practical skills and knowledge.
- Knowledge of the developmental needs of school-age children, facilitating effective engagement and support.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to self-direct and provide direction to students.
- The Vibe: You have a fun, nurturing, and caring personality with a genuine love for working with children.
- The Professionalism: You are punctual, reliable, and ready to jump into various tasks with a flexible attitude.
- The Background: We appreciate any previous work with kids ages 5 -12.
- The Extras: If you have First-aid/CPR certification or experience in child care, we definitely want to hear about it!
| Spartan Kids School Age Child Care Staff (College/Adult) | JobID: 2452 |
Position: Spartan Kids School Age Child Care Staff (College/Adult)
School Name: Orono Public Schools
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 2 - 4.5 hours per day
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Summary:
Are you a college student, recent education graduate, retired educator, or experienced professional with a passion for working with school-age children? Join the Spartan Kids, and play a vital role in creating a fun and enriching before and after school experience for children in Kindergarten - 5th grade. As part of our team, you will plan and implement developmentally and age-appropriate activities, supervise children using effective classroom management techniques, create a warm and welcoming environment for students and families, maintain cleanliness and safety, and set clear rules and expectations within the before and after school program . This position offers a rewarding opportunity to apply your expertise and make a positive impact on the lives of young learners during before and after school child care. Hours available: Monday - Friday 7 - 9am, 3:30 - 5:45 pm. Additional hours available on non - school days.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
What We're Looking For
Compensation:
Pay Range: $13.65 - $19.81 DOQ
Benefits: Earned Sick and Safe Time, PERA
Positions within the district can be combined to create a full-time position with benefits.
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs
District Website: www.oronoschools.org
Contact:
Ms. Katie Zaccaro, Spartan Kids Site Coordinator
952-449-8363 [email protected]
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 [email protected]