Part-Time Extended Care Aide (NE)(2026-2027)-Our Lady of Hope/St. Luke School, Dundalk MD

Our Lady of Hope/St. Luke School in Dundalk, MD

, is seeking a

part‑time Extended Care Teacher’s Aide

for the 2026–2027

academic school year. The Extended Care Teacher’s Aide will assist the Teacher in implementing social and educational activities for school‑aged children in a safe and nurturing environment. This position requires the ability to relate well to young children, foster their independence, and encourage creative play and learning.

Essential Functions

• Supervise children at all times and ensure a safe environment is consistently maintained (adheres to all COMAR regulations and archdiocesan policies).
• Follow Teacher’s direction during lesson plans and activities to help children grow intellectually, emotionally and spiritually
• Implement daily routines for children to develop good social skills and behaviors.
• Provide care to children, e.g. assist with hygiene, potty training, first aid, etc.
• Assist Teacher with set up of materials and supplies for activities (outdoor play, art, stories, games, etc.) to enhance children’s skills and abilities.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as sanitizing tables and toys, sweeping floor, removing items from the carpet, etc.
• Engage children in play and interact in a nurturing manner
• Assist the Teacher in meeting their physical and emotional needs
• Promote interacting in a cooperative manner and treating themselves and others with kindness and respect
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

Must be 16 years of age or older

Must have excellent communication and organizational skills

Previous childcare experience is preferred

Must have the ability to interact with children in a calm, patient and caring manner

Required training in Basic Health and Safety, etc. can be provided if needed (will need to maintain 6 hours of training annually)

Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, walk, bend and reach as needed to interact and play with children; must be able to lift children as needed (e.g. if a child falls and needs assistance)

Pay Range

$18.50, Hourly

Benefits

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.