Preschool After School Care Assistant

Our Lady of Grace Catholic School is seeking a warm, dependable, and energetic individual to join our Preschool After School Care team. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to be part of a caring, faith-filled school community. In this role, you will help provide a safe, nurturing, and joyful end-of-day environment for our preschool students as they transition from the school day into after care.

The ideal candidate is patient, playful, attentive, and flexible, with a genuine love for young children and an understanding of the importance of helping each child feel safe, valued, and cared for. This position is a great fit for college students, parents, retirees, or anyone interested in gaining experience in early childhood education.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supervise and care for preschool-aged children during after school hours
• Create a calm, safe, and welcoming environment at the end of the school day
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, activities, and quiet choices
• Support children with daily routines, including bathroom needs, handwashing, snack, and cleanup
• Help children transition smoothly from the classroom to after care
• Use positive guidance and redirection to support safe and respectful behavior
• Communicate warmly and professionally with families during pickup
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and inviting after care space
  Work collaboratively with after care staff and preschool team members
• Follow all school safety procedures and childcare expectations

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• College degree preferred but not required
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred, but not required
• Positive, patient, nurturing, and dependable approach when working with young children
• Comfortable supporting preschool students with daily routines, transitions, and self-help needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with children, families, and coworkers
• Must complete required background check, Code of Conduct, and VIRTUS training
• Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the first 90 days of employment
• Must complete any additional required pre-employment or licensing trainings

Email letter of interest and current resume to Nicole Rogers, Preschool Director,  at nicolerogers@olgschool.net