After Care Substitute (part time)

Established in 1972, Mount Vernon School serves over 1,250 students in Preschool through Grade 12 on our 40-acre Atlanta campus. Grounded in Christian values, Mount Vernon prepares all students to be college-ready, globally competitive, and engaged citizen leaders. Mount Vernon School anchors the Mount Vernon Organization as a destination of inquiry, innovation, and impact. Through MVSO, the online division of our Upper School, and MV Ventures, our research and educational consultancy, our organization is living its mission to design a better world by providing unique and differentiated value for all community members now and into the future.

The Team The Extended Play Team is the faculty support group that manages all after-school programming and facilitates high-quality play and robust learning engagement in the afternoons for Pre-K2 (Age 2) through Grade 5 (Grade 5).

The Role

The After Care Substitute is responsible for assisting with indoor and outdoor projects, projects, games, play, and general safety/supervision of Preschool and/or Lower School students (ages 5-7) between the hours of 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm, as needed. Work occurs on the premises at Mount Vernon’s Lower Campus at 471 Mount Vernon Hwy NE, Sandy Springs GA 30328. Subs are called on regularly, but have the flexibility to accept or pass on available shifts.

This role is perfect for someone looking to work with children while maintaining a flexible schedule. Responsibilities Establish and maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment Supervise children by sight and sound at all times Facilitate interactive activities to engage students throughout the afternoon Hours: M-F 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm Work Environment Indoor/outdoor classroom environment Outdoor natural learning spaces Physical Demands Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and engage in activities at the child’s level Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist children Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities Hearing and speaking to exchange information Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally Core Competencies Ability to cultivate respectful and affirming environments Culturally proficient & equity literate Experience building healthy relationships between educators, children and their families Responsive to children’s unique interests and needs