Afterschool Care Provider 26-2027 school year
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Posted on Jun 12, 2026
Job description
Clonlara School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Afterschool Care Provider to join our Ann Arbor Campus team for the 26-2027 school year. This part-time role supports students during afterschool hours through enrichment activities, open play, and community-building experiences. You’ll work closely with our campus staff to ensure a safe, engaging, and joyful environment for all learners. Clonlara School is a nonprofit, K–12 private school serving over 2,000 students worldwide through our Campus and Off-Campus Programs. Our mission is to transform education globally through a highly personalized approach that fosters authenticity, autonomy, and joy in the learning process. RESPONSIBILITES Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: -Supervising and facilitating open play and enrichment activities for students after school. -Building meaningful, caring relationships with students. -Fostering self-esteem, motivation, and a sense of responsibility in students. -Ensuring students are in the correct place at the correct time. -Supporting enrichment courses and campus events as needed. -Assisting with emergency procedures and facility operations. -Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment. BACKGROUND AND SKILLS -Experience working with students as a classroom assistant/aide, paraprofessional, camp counselor or in a teaching role. QUALIFICATIONS -The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the following attributes and abilities: -Ability to supervise groups of children. -Interest in progressive education movements (e.g., “free,” alternative, and democratic schools) and educational philosophies such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf. -Positive attitude toward working with students and families. -Strong cross-cultural understanding, the ability to communicate with diverse populations, and a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to individual circumstances, preferences, and choices. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. -Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. -Basic understanding of Office 365 tools (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). -Receptiveness to coaching and the ability to accept/follow guidance from others.