After-School Program Leader Clearwater, FL

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

The dePaul School in the Tampa Bay area is seeking an enthusiastic After‑School Program Leader for 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday (15 hours/week). Pay is $20/hr. If you love working with kids and want a reliable, morning-evening schedule with summers off, this is a great fit.

You will lead games, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities, support homework questions, and supervise students to ensure safety, inclusion, and fun after the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in group settings is preferred.
• Able to pass a background check and maintain safety.
• First Aid/CPR certification is a plus or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun group games, arts and crafts, outdoor play and team activities.
• Assist kids with basic homework questions and transitions after school.
• Supervise to ensure safety, inclusion, and engagement for all.
• Create a warm, welcoming environment for kids after a school day.

Skills

Child care

Strong communicator

Reliability / punctuality

First Aid/CPR certification (plus)

Job description

The dePaul School provides an exceptional educational experience for children with dyslexia and related language-based learning disabilities in the Tampa Bay area.

The dePaul School embraces a school-wide vision and commitment to the following core values:

• RESPECT the child – showing understanding and acceptance of their challenges.
• TEACH the child – with research-based proven curriculum and methodologies.
• CHALLENGE the child – to meet their potential, setting appropriate expectations.
• INSPIRE the child – promoting strengths, fostering creativity and building self-confidence through praise and encouragement.

The dePaul School Fast Facts:

• Founded in Clearwater in 1983
• Independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
• Full-time day school for students in 1st - 8th grades
• Signature Orton‑Gillingham based remediation methodology, dePaul Structured Linguistics (DPSL) taught twice daily
• Appropriately leveled and paced classes and workload
• Compassionate and challenging environment
• Class size is 8 students to 1 teacher

Job Description

After‑School Program Leader (The Best 3 Hours of the Day!)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (School days only)

Status: Part‑time (15 hours/week)

Pay: $20/hr

Looking for a part‑time gig that keeps you energized? Want your weekends, holidays, and summers completely free? We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable After‑School Program Leaders to join our aftercare team. If you love working with kids, thrive in a high‑energy environment, and want a consistent schedule that leaves your mornings and nights wide open, this is the perfect fit. Whether you’re a college student, a parent, a retiree, or someone looking for a rewarding side hustle, we want to hear from you.

What Your Day‑to‑Day Looks Like

You aren’t just babysitting; you are the highlight of the kids’ afternoon. From 3:00 to 6:00 PM, you will:

• Bring the energy: Lead fun group games, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and team‑building activities.
• Be a helping hand: Assist kids with basic homework questions and help them transition smoothly from the school day to afternoon fun.
• Keep things running smoothly: Supervise kids to ensure everyone stays safe, included, and heard.
• Build connections: Create a warm, welcoming environment where kids can wind down, make friends, and be themselves after a long school day.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Perfect, predictable hours: 15 hours a week, Monday through Friday. No late nights, no weekends, and you get school holidays off.
• Active and fun: You won’t be staring at a screen or stuck behind a cash register. You’ll be moving, playing, and laughing.
• Resume builder: Perfect experience for anyone pursuing careers in education, recreation, psychology, or youth development.
• A community that cares: Join a supportive team of people who genuinely love making a difference in kids’ lives.

Who You Are

• You genuinely enjoy kids: You are patient, encouraging, and don’t mind a little noise and high energy.
• You are reliable: Our kids count on us to be there every day. Punctuality and dependability are absolute musts.
• You are a strong communicator: You can confidently guide groups of children and chat professionally with parents at pickup.
• The basics: Must be 18+ and able to pass a background check. First Aid/CPR certification is a big plus (or a willingness to get certified upon hiring).

Ready to join the team? Apply today with a quick resume or a brief summary of why you’d be a great fit for our aftercare family!