Description
POSITION PURPOSE: To provide safe play-based and engaging educational activities for children during aftercare hours.
Qualifications:
- A genuine love of children and a desire to provide enriching activities through crafts, bible, gardening and/or reading.
- Experience working with children in a school or church setting.
- Familiarity with Christian values and a commitment to upholding the school's religious principles.
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain a positive environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with students, parents, and staff.
- Flexibility, patience, and adaptability to care for various grade levels.
- Work well independently and within a team.
- Successful completion of Tennessee Department of Education onboarding requirements; background checks, medical clearance, and required training or certifications.
Requirements
The following duties are normal for this position and other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Supervise students during the hours of 2:45 pm – 5:30 pm.
- Maintain classroom discipline by upholding the school's code of conduct and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
- Ensure all students understand extended care rules and follow them.
- Foster a nurturing and Christ-centered environment that encourages student participation and spiritual growth.
- Document any relevant observations or incidents during aftercare.
- Protect the safety and well-being of students, following school procedures and protocols.
- Treat all students with respect, fairness, and in a manner consistent with Christian principles.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
- Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.
- Take all necessary precautions to protect students, materials, and facilities.
- Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work.
- Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
Davidson Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
Skills Required
- Genuine love of children and ability to provide enriching activities (crafts, bible, gardening, reading)
- Experience working with children in a school or church setting
- Familiarity with Christian values and commitment to upholding the school's religious principles
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to maintain positive environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff
- Flexibility, patience, and adaptability to care for various grade levels
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Successful completion of Tennessee Department of Education onboarding requirements (background checks, medical clearance, required training/certifications)
What We Do
Davidson Academy is a private, interdenominational college-preparatory school in Nashville, Tennessee (founded 1980). Accredited by Cognia and approved by the Tennessee Department of Education, the school emphasizes Bible-based character development, AP and dual-enrollment courses, STEAM, arts, and competitive athletics. With small class sizes and a 65-acre campus, Davidson focuses on leadership, service, and preparing students for college.
