Looking for fun, energetic, personable and responsible people who love to work with kids.
Join the after school program at the Frances Xavier Warde school in downtown Chicago. Split between two campuses, we are seeking people looking to gain experience in the education field or those who just enjoy being around kids. The hours are a great fit for college students or those seeking part time work.
Ideally you would need to be available Monday through Friday and always between the hours of 2:30pm and 6pm, with the occasional 12pm start. However, we can accommodate part time schedules to fit your school hours.
Under the direction of the Auxiliary Programs Director, you will be an integral part of the after school program for Pre K through 8th Grade students.
Whether you are supervising our intercampus bus shuttle in the afternoons or being more actively involved in the extended day schedule, you will need to be flexible and willing to work in multiple roles.
Some of the activities you may be supervising are cooking, arts and crafts, study hall, sports, playground supervision, science projects and more!
Preference will be given to those who can work 5 days a week.
High School Diploma required.
Must be personable, responsible, and energetic.
Compensation and BenefitsCompensation and Benefits
FXW offers a competitive salary and robust benefits program, commensurate with experience and consistent with independent schools.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Earned Paid Leave and Paid Sick & Safe Leave per pay period.
- Wellbeing & Balance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental Health Resources
If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. FXW is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? We understand. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance for us to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skills, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is The Frances Xavier Warde School’s goal to attract, recruit and retain exceptional faculty and staff that are inspiring, diverse and committed to the school’s mission. We support our teachers and staff by welcoming them into an environment that encourages them to excel and by maintaining a rich benefits package that helps them to flourish and grow personally and professionally.
FXW will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to student admissions and employment.
We invite you to become a part of our community and FXW makes a deliberate effort to employ faculty and staff of diverse races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. No phone calls please.
Mission Statement
The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago that provides an excellent academic, values-oriented education to students of all ethnic, religious, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a child-centered urban environment. As a keystone of its diverse community, The Frances Xavier Warde School provides need-based scholarships to thirty percent of its students.
The Frances Xavier Warde School partners with its families, nurtures faith development for its Catholic students, and engages all its students to learn about and respect other faith traditions. The Frances Xavier Warde School uses a rigorous curriculum that enables students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma
- Available weekdays, primarily 2:30 PM–6:00 PM (occasional 12:00 PM starts); part-time schedules may be accommodated
- Personable, responsible, and energetic demeanor
- Ability to supervise PreK–8 students and lead activities (arts and crafts, sports, study hall, playground, science projects, cooking)
- Flexible to perform multiple roles, including supervising intercampus bus shuttle
- Preference given to candidates able to work five days per week
- Interest in gaining experience in the education field or working with children
What We Do
The Frances Xavier Warde School is an independent, Catholic elementary school in Chicago that provides an academically excellent, values-oriented education, fostering diversity, community, and faith.
