Aftercare Teacher

Bright Imaginations Preschools; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Competitive salary

Training & development

Job summary

Bright Imaginations Preschools in Lakeland, FL is seeking a caring Aftercare Teacher to supervise elementary students and create a safe, engaging environment after school. You will lead age-appropriate activities, support learning, and communicate with families during pickup.

The role requires dependable, patient staff who can manage a busy classroom and collaborate with school staff. This position offers a weekday schedule with opportunities for growth and a positive impact on children’s

Qualifications

• Experience in elementary aftercare or school-age programs preferred.
• Experience supervising Kindergarten–5th Grade.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass Level II Background Screening and meet state licensing requirements.
• Strong classroom management and safety in a structured environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children while maintaining boundaries.
• Excellent communication with children, families, and coworkers.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.
• Physically able to supervise indoors and outdoors, including lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of elementary-aged students.
• Provide a warm, positive, and engaging environment.
• Lead age-appropriate games, crafts, STEM activities, outdoor play, homework assistance, and enrichment activities.
• Serve an afternoon snack while following food safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate attendance and dismissal records.
• Communicate professionally with families during student pick-up.
• Support positive behavior using respectful classroom management strategies.
• Keep classrooms, activity areas, and materials clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Work collaboratively with school administration and fellow educators.
• Follow all Bright Imaginations policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication with families

Dependable

Punctual

Patience

Relationship building

Professionalism

Bilingual

Team collaboration

Tools

Attendance software

Tablet skills

Documentation tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Training & development

Help Make Every Afternoon Meaningful

Bright Imaginations is seeking a caring, energetic, and dependable Aftercare Teacher to join our team! Our aftercare program serves elementary-aged students in a safe, engaging, and structured environment after the school day ends.

If you enjoy building relationships with children, leading fun activities, and creating a positive atmosphere where students can learn, play, and grow, we'd love to meet you!

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of elementary-aged students during aftercare.
• Provide a warm, positive, and engaging environment.
• Lead age-appropriate games, crafts, STEM activities, outdoor play, homework assistance, and enrichment activities.
• Serve an afternoon snack while following food safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate attendance and dismissal records.
• Communicate professionally with families during student pick-up.
• Support positive behavior using respectful classroom management strategies.
• Keep classrooms, activity areas, and materials clean, organized, and sanitized throughout the program.
• Work collaboratively with school administration and fellow educators.
• Follow all Bright Imaginations policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an elementary aftercare, before/after-school program, summer camp, childcare center, or similar school-age program is strongly preferred.
• Experience supervising groups of elementary-aged children (Kindergarten through 5th Grade) preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Must be able to successfully pass a Level II Background Screening and meet all state licensing requirements.
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to maintain a safe, structured, and positive environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children while maintaining appropriate boundaries and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, families, and coworkers.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be physically able to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors, including standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 30 pounds, and participating in recreational activities.
• Basic computer and tablet skills for attendance, communication, and program documentation preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is...

• Patient, kind, and encouraging.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Creative and enjoys planning fun activities.
• Professional and a positive role model.
• Flexible and willing to jump in wherever needed.
• Committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment for every child.

Why Join Bright Imaginations?

• Supportive leadership team
• Positive, family-oriented culture
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Meaningful work making a difference in children's lives
• Consistent weekday schedule—no nights or weekends