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Afternoon Preschool Runner

Merritt Academy
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Feb 2026
💰 $32,000/yr($26,000/yr$32,000/yr)

About the role

Description

SHIFT: Mondays thru Fridays 4:00 PM to 6:15 PM


Do you love working with young children and being part of those big end-of-day smiles? Merritt Academy is looking for warm, energetic professionals who are passionate about early childhood and excited to make a positive impact—one pickup at a time.


Our Preschool Runners play a key role in our school community by safely and joyfully escorting children from their classrooms to their parents at the end of the day. You will be a friendly face families look forward to seeing and an important part of each child’s daily routine.


If you enjoy staying active, connecting with children, and being part of a supportive, mission-driven school, we would love to meet you.

Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must meet the following requirements, including:

  • A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
  • Experience working with children preferred.
  • Must be physically able to lift and carry a minimum of 45 pounds, engage in physical activity with children, and work indoors or outdoors.
  • Must be able to constantly move and interact with the children to provide stimulation and develop relationships.
  • Must be able to alternate often between sitting and standing.
  • Must be able to maintain sight and sound of the children at all times.
  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
  • Pass pre-employment screenings and trainings as required.


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