Afterschool Artist: Inspire Creativity & Engage Scholars

Propel Schools; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Propel Afterschool is seeking artists to provide engaging enrichment at multiple Propel Braddock Hills Elementary School, Braddock Hills Middle, East, Hazelwood, Homestead, McKeesport, Montour Elementary, Northside, and Pitcairn sites in Pennsylvania. All programs run Monday–Thursday 3:30–6:00 p.m., with no Fridays or holidays during the school year.

As an Afterschool Artist, you will plan hands-on lessons, adapt for diverse learners, and build positive relationships with scholars, families, and

Qualifications

• BS in Art or a related field or a combination of other trainings and education that makes the candidate eligible to carry out the position
• Experience working in Propel Afterschool or Summer Camp
• Experience working at an afterschool program
• Experience as a teacher or paraprofessional in a school
• Experience working in programming for at-risk populations
• Belief in a culture of dignity for scholars and staff

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging enrichment lessons in your area of expertise.
• Adapt lessons for scholars with varying interests and abilities.
• Encourage scholar participation through interactive, hands-on learning.
• Build positive relationships with scholars while maintaining high expectations.
• Collaborate with Site Coordinators and classroom staff to ensure successful programming.
• Arrive prepared with materials and lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate any supply or scheduling needs in advance.
• Be flexible and adjust lessons based on scholar needs and program schedules.
• Attend all artist meetings, prepare and participate in the end of the year Afterschool showcase.

Skills

Hands-on learning

Creative facilitation

Engaging large groups

Reliability & preparation

Flexibility & problem-solving

Education

BS in Art or related field

Experience with Propel Afterschool or Summer Camp

Afterschool program experience

Teacher or paraprofessional background

Experience with at-risk populations

Job description

Propel Afterschool is seeking artists to provide engaging enrichment at multiple Propel Braddock Hills Elementary School, Braddock Hills Middle, East, Hazelwood, Homestead, McKeesport, Montour Elementary, Northside, and Pitcairn sites in Pennsylvania. All programs run Monday–Thursday 3:30–6:00 p.m., with no Fridays or holidays during the school year.

As an Afterschool Artist, you will plan hands-on lessons, adapt for diverse learners, and build positive relationships with scholars, families, and