Mason City Schools - Extended Care Assistant

Reports To: Extended Care Assistant Coordinator and Extended Care Coordinator

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience working with school-age children preferred. Ability to work cooperatively with students, staff, and families. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality. CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain. Must successfully complete required background checks. Physical Requirement Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Performance Responsibilities Supervise and engage students during before and after-school program hours. Assist with planning and implementing age-appropriate games, activities, crafts, and enrichment opportunities. Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all students. Support student behavior management using positive reinforcement and established program expectations. Assist with student check-in/check-out procedures and attendance records. Communicate appropriately with parents, staff, and administration as needed. Help set up, organize, and clean program spaces and materials. Monitor indoor and outdoor activities to ensure student safety. Follow all district policies, safety procedures, and program guidelines. Attend required meetings and training sessions. Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Coordinator or Coordinator. Terms of Employment: Evaluation: 187 Days Salary as defined by the Board. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel. Interested individuals should complete the online application; those deemed most qualified will be contacted to interview. Equal Opportunity Employer