The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) enjoys a reputation as one of the premier school districts in Iowa and the midwest, with students, staff and parents unified in their efforts to excel in academics, athletics, the arts and activities. Located in the heart of Iowa, Ankeny is just 6 miles from the capital city of Des Moines The District serves over 12,500 PK-12 students. Ankeny CSD is the 7th largest school district in the state of Iowa, growing an average of 300 students per school year. The district offers a competitive salary and benefit packages.
JDE: 8.03
Before & After School Program –
Enrichment Assistant
Purpose Statement
The role of Before & After School Program – Enrichment Assistant is to support the physical, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students in the out-of-school setting. They assist in implementing high-quality, hands-on enrichment programming while creating a nurturing environment where every student feels safe, valued, and engaged.
Job Title: Before & After School Program – Enrichment Assistant Hourly Rate: $15.75/hour
Reports To: Manager of Before & After School Programs and/or Before & After School Program Site Leader/Assistant Site Leader(s)
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Job Details:
Employment Dates: August – June
- Hours: Monday – Friday 6:15 – 7:45 a.m.
- Hours: Monday – Friday 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. (with some flexibility to arrive between 2:30-4:00 p.m.)
- No-School Day Camps – required availability 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., as enrollment requires
- Extended Break Camp (winter, spring) – required availability 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., as enrollment requires
- Inclement Weather Program Days – per Handbook inclement weather hours
Position hours vary. Total weekly hours will not exceed 29.75; exact hours are per individual employment agreement. Positions are scheduled in sessions (approximate 9-week increments). Length of contract: one session with the opportunity to extend the position for additional sessions throughout the program year, pending satisfactory performance evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications
- 16 years of age.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students and staff.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and flexibility.
- Ability to take direction and a willingness to collaborate as part of a team.
- Ability to implement procedures and support daily operations.
- Must demonstrate reliable attendance.
- Experience working and interacting with school-age students, preferred.
Essential Functions
- Assist enrichment leaders in implementing lesson plans by working with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and assist with hands-on projects
- Provide individual or small group support for students, including assistance with behavior intervention plans, as directed by the site leader
- Assist site leaders and enrichment leaders in communicating expectations, modeling positive behavior, and using de-escalation and conflict-resolution strategies when needed
- Actively engage with students and families to establish a safe, positive, engaging environment
- Supervise and actively monitor students in various settings, including classrooms and non-classrooms, such as cafeterias, hallways, gyms, playgrounds, buses, during arrival and dismissal, and on field trips
- Provide front office coverage while facilitating student dismissal and verifying authorized pickups; perform accurate data entry; and assist with questions and general support
- Demonstrate responsible use of program resources by ensuring appropriate materials are available, properly put away, and that activity areas are cleaned and organized after use
- Present a positive, professional image of the Before & After School Program while providing exemplary customer care and following the Before & After School Program Standards of Service
- Collaborate with site leaders and other Before & After School Program staff to meet the needs of all students
- Maintain confidentiality and follow legal and ethical standards related to student support
- Obtain and maintain required certifications, including adult and child CPR and First Aid, and participate in ongoing professional development to ensure compliance with Iowa Department of Health & Human Services minimum standards
- Adhere to safety protocols and policies established by Ankeny Community School District and the Before & After School Program, as well as the Iowa Department of Health & Human Services licensing minimum standards to ensure the safety of oneself and others
- Support District goals and objectives while adhering to all District policies, contributing to the overall success of the school community
- Some evening and weekend hours may be required on a limited basis
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Working Environment
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.
Terms of Employment
Work year established by the District.
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy. These employees are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.