Extended Day Program Assistant
Extended Day Program Assistant
Canterbury School is part of a long Episcopal school tradition of strong academics, an inquiry-based approach to learning, and a diverse environment. We give a central place to both the life of reason and the life of faith, and we believe that the ultimate purpose of education is to prepare students to become contributors to and leaders in an ever-changing world. Our Preschool-8th grade structure concentrates on the learning needs and development of young children and middle school adolescents, without the added complexities of the high school experience. Since our founding in 1993, we have stressed that the most complete education develops the whole child: mind, body, and spirit.
Canterbury maintains a staff of approximately 70 employees, and its teaching faculty is a healthy mix of veteran, mid- and early-career educators who enjoy small class sizes where every child is known, cared for, and loved. Students of color comprise about 20 percent of our student body of 300. Our school is situated on a beautiful 35-acre campus with a natural area, ropes course, and pond – and also a well-equipped science center. From chess to outdoor exploration, faculty are encouraged to share their passions, and students and teachers participate together in service learning, as well. Canterbury Cougars are active in Greensboro, and we’re told that our students are some of the most polite in town – but they’re also still kids who love to have fun in a community that challenges their minds and nourishes their spirits.
Greensboro, NC is the birthplace of the Sit-In Movement, a progressive community full of religious and ethnic diversity. It offers outstanding universities, wonderful restaurants, beautiful parks and trails, minor league baseball and basketball teams, and a new 3,000-seat performing arts center opening this year.
Extended Day Program Assistant
Canterbury seeks a hardworking and collaborative part-time Extended Day assistant for the 2023-24 school year. Canterbury's Extended Day program provides after-school care for students in the 3-year-old program to 8th grade from 3:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. The program provides opportunities for structured homework/craft-making time and free time, making friends, and participating in campus activities as much as possible, such as attending athletic events to cheer on the Cougars. Hours for the position are from approximately 2:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Teachers at Canterbury are passionate, innovative, and dedicated members of the school community who embrace its unique philosophy and traditions while always striving for excellence. Teachers are committed to growth as professionals and individuals and value and respect every member of the community. Teachers are committed to helping students achieve success and to the mission and values of Canterbury School.
The successful candidate is an educator who:
- Respects and interacts warmly and professionally with w/colleagues, students and parents.
- Creates and supports a welcoming, engaging, and safe environment that is age-appropriate, providing a balance of clear structure and room for individual student expression.
- Engages with students in program activities.
- Works with the program coordinator to develop activities to engage students.
- Relates to and enjoys working with all children.
- Seeks to actively know students’ strengths and weaknesses and respond promptly and with care to student and parent concerns.
- Communicates effectively with colleagues and administrators in working with students and parents and working as a positive staff teammate with colleagues.
- Uses the Responsive Classroom approach to provide continuity of care in the school community that promotes the development of the whole child (social, emotional, and academic aspects).
- Maintains a positive attitude and approach.
- Supports and works well with colleagues.
- Represents the school in the larger community in a positive manner.
- Engages in other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
- Demonstrates a willingness and eagerness to learn, grow, and improve in their role.
- Engages in goal setting and review process with the assigned administrator as directed.
- Attends and participates appropriately in staff team meetings as needed.
Qualifications
The successful candidate is an educator who has:
- Minimum of a high school degree
- Experience working with children
- Capacity to strive for unity, harmony, and cooperation through respect, tact, helpfulness, and recognition of individual differences within the school community
- Ability to relate well to all constituencies in a school setting
- Passion for the mission and the vision of Canterbury School
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Healthy sense of humor
Applications
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for this position, which begins in August 2026, to Auxiliary Program Coordinator, Keir Durham durhamke@canterburygso.org.