Instructor, Childcare Program - Begins 24-25 school year

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• Hourly position for school calendar year
• Extended Day & During School Programs 
• Hours are: MD Before School 7:00-9:00 am, and/or MD After School 2:00 - 6:30 pm, or CM After School 1:00 – 6:30pm

 

JOB SUMMARY: 

To ensure quality care for each child in grades K-5 enrolled in WCE Extended Day Programs, Before and After School at Miller-Driscoll and After School at Cider Mill Schools, while assisting in the planning and implementation of engaging, age-appropriate, and relevant activities that support program goals.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School diploma or equivalent/some college preferred
• Prior experience working with children
• Experience planning and organizing child related educational and recreational activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills                     
• Computer experience required including working knowledge of computers/laptops/tablets, Zoom & Smartboards
• Ability to learn the Wilton Continuing Education (WCE) Website
• Ability to work closely with instructors, parents, students, office staff, custodians and administration in a school setting
• Ability to learn School Dismissal manager (SDM)                                                                  

REQUIRED TRAINING: 

Back to Work Protocol Training:

• Anti-Bullying Safe School Climate (yearly) - online 
• DCF Mandated Reporter (every 3 years) - online (State of CT) 
• Darkness to Light (every 3 years) - online 
• Sexual Harassment Training (every 10 years - or yearly depending on program being  used by school) 

• OSHA Training - date to follow when provided by school nurse 
• CT Childcare and CPR certification, renewed bi-annually, or as required by the State of 

CT/Red Cross for the duration of employment

• Training in administering EPI-Pens and inhalers for students enrolled in the programs

REPORTS TO: WCE MANAGER EXTENDED DAY CHILDCARE PROGRAMS

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

 

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing individual and group instructional and 

recreational activities, age-appropriate games, and projects for children that aim to 

develop social, emotional, intellectual, and physical skills

• Guide, encourage and aid students in completion of individual & group craft projects scheduled

throughout the year

• Supervise homework In Grades 3-5 and reading time
• Ensure child safety and uphold safety standards for the Programs as outlined in the WCE 

Policies and Procedures and Emergency Operations Plan

• Maintain appropriate communication with Lead Instructors and Program Manager 

regarding parent, child, or teacher concerns as well as incidents and accidents

• Assist Lead Instructors in reporting any incidents and accidents within 24hrs to the Extended 

Day Manager

• Assist in maintaining equipment/supply log etc.

 

In addition, support the lead instructor in the following areas: 

 

• Provide nurturing, supportive, and inclusive approaches to all children 
• In the gym 3 afternoons a week, initiate gym games and monitor activities assuring safety and following rules
• Assist in providing structure and routine in daily programs 
• Provide positive approach and behavior redirection, as appropriate
• Communicate with and provide excellent customer service to children and families 
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality 
• Performs other related duties as required or requested by Lead Instructor and/or Program Managers 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to be active with the children at all locations of program: playground, gym, 

cafeteria and/or classroom

• Ability to actively assist students with getting ready for outdoor activities such as putting 

on jackets, zippers, snow boots, backpacks, gloves, scarves, etc.

• Ability to quickly and efficiently move children throughout program activities, school 

building or outside areas as necessary for emergency purposes 

• Ability to hear, and understand elementary-aged children 
• Ability to sit on the floor or at tables with students

 

 

Wilton Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified persons. 

Wilton Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information & testing, Family & Medical Leave status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Wilton Public Schools prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.