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After School Care Provider

Website Explorer West Middle School

Redefining the Middle School Experience

Mission:
We empower young people to explore and grow their unique intellectual, ethical, and creative capabilities, and
to treasure diversity and growth in others.
Care Provider position:
Explorer West Middle School, a small independent middle school, offers daily after-school care for our 6
th
-8
th
grade students, from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. There are frequently other programs operating during the same
hours, such as academic enrichment programs, clubs and athletics. The after-school care component includes a
combination of time outdoors playing and relaxing and indoors working on homework or projects.
The After School Care Provider is a part-time position from 3:30 to 6:00 pm on all school days. No work is
required during school breaks, including Winter Break, Mid-Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Break, as
well as any other days in which school is not in session. A typical month includes approximately 40 hours of
work.
Explorer West Middle School is located at 10015 28

th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146. The position will begin

February 3, 2025.
Responsibilities include:
● monitoring students in the After Care program each day
● supervising students for a combination of outdoor time and indoor/outdoor homework time
● distributing a simple snack and supervising the students as they clean up
● ensuring a safe environment for all students
● providing basic homework assistance
● interacting with parents and caregivers as they collect the students at the end of the day
● tracking and summarizing attendance information
● other duties as required and assigned
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be at least 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States, and
demonstrate:
● a warm and engaging personality, an appreciation for (and delight in working with) 11- through
14-year-olds, cultural competence, and the ability and desire to connect with all members of a diverse
community;
● flexibility, and a willingness to learn and try new things;
● effective communication and collaboration skills;
● comfort with enforcing behavior expectations;
● flexibility and enthusiasm; and
● reliable attendance and commitment to quality service.
Compensation:
The part time caregiver position pays an hourly rate of $21-25 depending on experience, payable
semi-monthly.
Send letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Explorer West Middle School at
employment@explorer-west.org.
Explorer West Middle School does not discriminate on any basis that is protected under federal, state, or
municipal law. This policy applies to all areas of student and family concerns (admissions, athletics,
educational policies, financial aid, and other school-administered programs) as well as to all areas of
employee and volunteer concerns. Explorer West is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

To apply for this job email your details to dawnf@explorer-west.org