Open Positions 

Extended Day/Vacation Camp Childcare Worker

The Harley School seeks a Childcare worker in the Extended Day/Vacation Camp program. Extended Day is part-time Monday – Friday, 2:50- 6:00 p.m. Vacation camp hours are usually during school holidays and maybe in addition to regular Extended Day hours. Salary starting at $15 per hour.

Qualifications:

• Over 18.
• Experience working with children 3 yrs. – 11 yrs.
• Dependability, communication skills, and an excellent work ethic.
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred but not required.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Creates a safe, friendly environment in the childcare area with quality supervision, focused attention, and caring service for the parents and their children.
• Ensures registration and check-in/check-out procedures are followed.
• Responds to each individual child’s needs promptly.
• Supervises the use of toys and supplies and notifies the supervisor of supply needs, repairs, or replacements.
• Maintains a clean, orderly area, picking up as needed and sanitizing toys as instructed.
• Promotes a respectful community among the children, resolving conflict through appropriate words and actions.
• Notifies supervisor of issues relating to each child (e.g. illness, crying, and conflict).
• Promotes the health of all children by notifying the supervisor when child(ren) are ill and by being responsive to known health conditions such as allergies and asthma.
• Exhibits good listening skills when conflict or discipline issues arise and problem solves professionally. Defers to the supervisor if issues need further resolution.
• Reports any accidents or injuries immediately.

To Apply:

In the interest of promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, The Harley School welcomes candidates from all backgrounds.  Our School’s mission statement begins, “We are a diverse, inclusive school.”  Along with a cover letter and résumé, we ask that you provide a personal statement on how you see yourself promoting diversity and inclusivity if you join the Harley community. 

Please send all inquiries and/or resumes to jobs@harleyschool.org.

Lifeguard

The Harley School, a Nursery through Grade 12 independent school in Rochester, New York, with approximately 500 students, seeks a part-time (5-20 hours per week) lifeguard to create and maintain a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting safe swimming conditions in the Harley Pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with school policies and procedures. Pay range for this position is $16 – $20 per hour.

Every candidate is expected to demonstrate a commitment to engaging in ongoing DE & I work, including their own professional growth, the integration of a culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy, and continued learning opportunities.

Competencies

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. 
• Responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with school policies, procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
• Performs all secondary duties in a timely manner as required for each shift.
• Performs all lifeguard duties, including ability to lift people out of pool, perform CPR, scan pool to ensure safety of participants.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the School land/or the state health department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and for the duration of the shift.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends Staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

Requirements

• Current lifeguard and first aid certification
• CPR w/AED and First Aid
• Water Safety Instructor certifications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Ability to be flexible; can “monitor and adjust” to promote optimal learning and a collegial atmosphere

To Apply

In the interest of promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, The Harley School welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and identities. Our School’s mission statement begins, “We are a diverse, inclusive community of learners.” Along with a cover letter and résumé, we ask that you provide a personal statement on how you see yourself promoting diversity and inclusivity if you join the Harley community.

Submit a cover letter, resume, and diversity statement to jobs@harleyschool.org and include lifeguard in the subject line.

All Divisions – Instructional Substitutes

The Harley School is seeking substitute teachers to provide per diem instructional services in various subject areas for its Lower, Middle and Upper School Divisions (Nursery (age 3) through Grade 12). Bachelors degree required. New York State teacher certification preferred, but not required. Candidates must be punctual and dependable; demonstrate professional demeanor; possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills; and the ability to interact effectively with faculty and students. Salary Range form $125 to $150 a day depending on experience. 

To apply, submit the following to jobs@harleyschool.org:

• Cover letter indicating the grade levels and subject areas in which you prefer to work
• Resume
• At least one reference letter
• Proof of completion of Bachelor’s degree (transcript or the degree certificate itself)
• If applicable, New York State teaching certificate or valid certification from another state
• Equal Employment Opportunity