Durham Academy (DA) is seeking dedicated, energetic, experienced and creative people to be available to work in the Extended Day program for pre-K to eighth grade. This is a part-time position with a general schedule of 2:30–5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, beginning in August of 2024. There is an expectation of work on professional development days and other days when there is no school and we have children in our care. CPR and first aid certification are recommended. This person will spend their time guiding and observing play and facilitating healthy emotional and social relationships in a fun, low-structure setting.
Regular duties include developing trusting relationships with children, parents and teachers; supervising snack; organizing and preparing materials for the classroom and outdoor space; using activities and/or games; setting up/cleaning the classroom; tracking attendance; and supervising and/or assisting with homework, enrichment classes and more.
The successful candidate must feel comfortable keeping open lines of communication with the children, families, coworkers and other faculty members in the school and work well in a high-energy, team setting.
DA Employees
Are culturally competent and believe in the central importance of diversity and equity in the life of a school community.
Can work independently with minimal supervision and routinely prioritize multiple tasks.
Have the ability to work in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness and attention to detail.
Are personable, collaborative and able to develop rapport quickly with a variety of individuals.
Use technology thoughtfully and creatively.
Innovate and experiment to find novel and efficient ways to complete tasks and solve problems.
Our School
Founded in 1933, Durham Academy is an all-gender, independent day school with 1,247 students in Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on three campuses. The purpose of a Durham Academy education is to prepare each student to live a moral, happy and productive life. DA’s Strategic Vision commits to preparing students for life, meeting the needs of our learners and innovating more boldly, with a foundation broadening and deepening our work with diversity, equity and engagement. Our DA is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Durham Academy is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).
Diversity, Equity and Engagement Mission Statement
Diversity enlivens, improves and enriches the intellectual and social environment of an academic community and encompasses all aspects of humanity including racial identity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, age and gender identity. We are committed to an ongoing process to increase the diversity of our community and to implement policies, programs and practices under which all members of our community feel welcomed, empowered, responsible and safe. Amidst our diversity we stand united in the pursuit of academic excellence and development of individual capabilities. Find out more about DA’s commitment to diversity, equity and engagement here.
(Adopted by the Durham Academy Board of Trustees in 2004 and updated in 2008)
Our Employment Policy
It is the policy of Durham Academy to make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications for a specific job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran status, or the presence of a disability, except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification.
This position will report to the Extended Day Director, Assistant Director and relevant Division Level Coordinator.