Aftercare Preschool Assistant

Aftercare Preschool Assistant

Reports to: Director of Auxiliary Programs

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Position follows the school calendar; additional hours may be available during summer programs.

SCHOOL DESCRIPTION

Since its founding in 1977, Marin Horizon has been providing a challenging and robust academic program combined with character-enhancing life skills. Marin Horizon is a place of creative, active learning built around our commitment to developing each student’s confident voice. Marin Horizon serves about 300 students from toddler through grade eight and is located in Mill Valley, CA.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Support preschool-aged students (3-4 years) in classrooms as a support/floating assistant between 12-2 p.m.
• Assist lead teachers with classroom dynamics and transitions proactively and thoughtfully.
• Supervise and engage preschool students in the after-school program between 2-5 p.m., overseeing art projects and outdoor games, all within a safe and supportive environment.

Other Responsibilities

• Uphold Marin Horizon’s mission and values.
• Communicate professionally with peers, supervisors, parents, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Extended Day Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in leading outdoors games and recreation activities, demonstrating creativity and effective engagement techniques.
• Willingness to assist with students 3-4 years of age in a classroom setting.
• Proficiency in classroom management techniques that support a positive learning environment and enhance student participation.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while prioritizing the well-being and safety of students.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and fellow staff members.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of an early childhood classroom, including lifting up to 40 lbs., bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and assisting children with daily care and mobility as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Warm, calm presence with young children
• Strong supervision and safety awareness
• Reliability and punctuality
• Team-oriented / flexible
• Ability to manage transitions and behavior support consistently

Compensation and Benefits

This is an hourly, non-exempt position. The hourly compensation rate will be $26/hr. Benefits are provided in accordance with plan documents and subject to eligibility requirements. This is a fully benefitted position, and Marin Horizon School offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Resumes and cover letters should be sent to jobs@marinhorizon.org. Please put the name of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of the email.

EQUITY STATEMENT

Marin Horizon School is committed to building and maintaining a community that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming to all. We believe that diversity—in background, identity, perspective, and experience—strengthens our school and enriches the educational environment. We welcome and encourage candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, religious affiliations, socioeconomic backgrounds, and identities to apply. Marin Horizon does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic and is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices.

* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, fingerprinting, and TB clearance.

Compensation and Benefits

This is an hourly, non-exempt position. The hourly compensation rate will be $26/hr. Benefits are provided in accordance with plan documents and subject to eligibility requirements. This is a fully benefitted position, and Marin Horizon School offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.