Classroom Assistant & After School Supervisor

Title: Classroom Assistant & After School Supervisor

Direct Reports: N/A

Reports to: Director of Middle School

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Educational Support

FT/PT/R/T: Full-Time, 8 hours/day, Academic year (August 20, 2026 – June 11, 2027)

University Prep is seeking a talented, engaging, and compassionate Classroom Assistant & After School Supervisor. We look for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. We need a leader thrives on working independently as well as part of a team.

If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

Who We Are

University Prep (UPrep) is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life.

UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong.

We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary

The job hours for this position are 9:15 AM to 5:45 PM, Monday through Friday on scheduled class days. For the Classroom Assistant position, under general supervision, and on a full-time basis, facilitates substitute lesson plans for a class as needed in any of the following disciplines: English, Math, History, Science, Languages (Chinese, French and/or Spanish), Fine Arts, and Physical Education.

For the After School Supervisor and other duties, under minimal supervision, supervises middle school students after school hours.

Specific Responsibilities

Classroom Assistant

• Provides classroom instruction and management based on teacher’s lesson plans
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
• Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

After School Supervisor

• Oversees the check-in/check-out process for students after school hours
• Supervises 6 th – 8 th graders in a structured setting from 3:00-5:30 Monday through Friday
• Communicates with the Middle School Director or Middle School Dean of Students regarding student concerns
• Monitors student safety for all students on campus, grades 6-8
• Reacts responsibly and rationally in case of emergency
• Addresses behavior and health related issues that occur
• Completes accident, injury and behavior reports when necessary
• Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• Experience working with adolescents preferred
• First Aid/ CPR certification required (if not certified, training will be provided)

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
• Good understanding of the developmental needs of middle school and high school students
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
• Mature, responsible and upbeat, with proven ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows or Mac environment using Office, master common automated systems for record keeping, and learn new technology
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Schedule

• Salary Range: $41,000 - $48,000/year
• Schedule: Full-time, 10-month academic year position
• Time Off: Enjoy all school breaks and holidays, summers off, and accrual of sick leave and general leave
• Payment Flexibility: Choose how you get paid. You can elect to distribute your compensation over 10 months or spread it evenly over 12 months to best fit your personal budgeting needs.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package designed to support your health, financial security, and work/life balance. You can learn more here.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, an Employer-Seeded Health Savings (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Peace of Mind: Employer-paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance, plus Voluntary Life options and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Future & Family: A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with an employer contribution and match (after one year of service), Paid Sick Leave, Paid General Leave, and Paid Parental Leave (after one year of service).
• Growth: Continuous Professional Development opportunities to help you thrive in your career.

Click on Apply Now, complete our online employment application, and upload your résumé and a cover letter telling us why you are interested in and qualified for this position.

Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

University Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, disability, use of a trained service animal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to admissions and administration of all its programs, as well as to all areas of employment.

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