After School Positions

Smith College; United States; On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Smith College is looking for a qualified after school program instructor to plan and manage engaging activities for students from kindergarten to sixth grade. You will supervise students, implement positive behavioral strategies, and maintain daily schedules and supplies.

Qualifications include an Associate’s Degree in education or a related field, along with experience leading elementary students. The role offers a pay range of $18–22 per hour, based on individual qualifications, and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading elementary students in a group setting.
• Ability to form positive and supportive relationships with children and adults.
• Strong flexibility and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a fun and engaging after school program.
• Supervise and manage students, promoting success and satisfaction.
• Utilize positive behavioral management to support students.

Skills

Experience leading elementary students

Ability to form positive relationships

Good organizational skills

Teamwork flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in education or related field

Job description

Essential Functions

Plan and implement a fun and engaging after school program for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Supervise and manage students, promoting student success and satisfaction.

Utilize positive behavioral management to support students, and work with and report to program facilitator.

Maintain a daily schedule and routine, manage daily attendance, supplies, equipment, program spaces, and collaborate with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver programming for 4‑6 year‑olds.
• Supervise and manage student behavior.
• Implement positive behavioral strategies.
• Coordinate with program facilitator and teachers.
• Maintain daily attendance records and daily schedule.
• Manage program supplies and equipment.
• Maintain program spaces.

Qualifications

• Experience leading elementary students in a group setting.
• Associate’s Degree in education or related field, or prior experience teaching a specialty area to elementary‑aged students.
• Experience working with children in group settings.
• Ability to form positive and supportive relationships with children and adults.
• Strong flexibility and ability to work as part of a team.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.

Schedule

• Lead Instructor: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 2:30–5:00p.m.
• Program Lead Instructors (Wednesday) 12:00–5:00p.m.

Compensation

Pay range: $18–22per hour, based on individual qualifications. Includes a competitive benefits package.

EEO Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, the policy of Smith College is to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Smith College is a national equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other protected classes.

Contact

If you have any questions about the application process, contact [e-mail].