Afternoon Closing Teacher - Flexible Schedule & Growth

The Learning Experience; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $19–$21/hr

M-F schedule

Paid training

Childcare discount

Supportive team

Career growth

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY is seeking an experienced Afternoon Closing Teacher to support our classrooms and help create a positive, organized end to each day.

You’ll work across classrooms as needed, engage children in afternoon activities, support teachers and ratios, and help ensure children and families receive a warm experience through closing time. This role offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous professional childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood experience required.
• Reliable and consistently available for the closing shift.
• Must meet applicable New York licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support classrooms during afternoon and closing hours
• Engage children through play, stories, art, music, movement, and hands-on activities
• Assist with snacks, transitions, and end-of-day routines
• Provide classroom coverage and help maintain required ratios
• Use positive guidance and age-appropriate classroom management
• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Assist with classroom cleaning, organization, and closing procedures
• Communicate important information to teachers and center leadership
• Follow New York licensing and center requirements

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Learning Experience in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY is seeking an experienced Afternoon Closing Teacher to support our classrooms and help create a positive, organized end to each day.

You’ll work across classrooms as needed, engage children in afternoon activities, support teachers and ratios, and help ensure children and families receive a warm experience through closing time. This role offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule and a competitive hourly wage.