Afterschool Lead Teacher for K-5 — Creative & Engaging

The Art Farm NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Art Farm NYC is seeking a responsible, creative Lead Afterschool Teacher for K–5 students. You will oversee classroom activities, guide assistant teachers, and collaborate with directing staff to provide a high‑quality afterschool experience.

This role focuses on creating engaging hands‑on activities across art, science, games, and stories, while maintaining safety and a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead activities and keep students engaged.
• Collaborative work with teachers, directors, students and families.
• Calm, proactive response to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom activities including art, science, group games, storytime, and other age‑appropriate activities.
• Follow schedules and lesson plans provided by the Director and ensure activities are implemented consistently.
• Provide attentive supervision and prioritize student safety, care, and well‑being.
• Delegate responsibilities to Assistant Teachers and work with the Director on staffing and programming.
• Maintain attendance records and rosters, and other required daily or weekly paperwork.
• Represent The Art Farm NYC professionally in the community.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Activity leadership

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

The Art Farm NYC is seeking a responsible, creative Lead Afterschool Teacher for K–5 students. You will oversee classroom activities, guide assistant teachers, and collaborate with directing staff to provide a high‑quality afterschool experience.

This role focuses on creating engaging hands‑on activities across art, science, games, and stories, while maintaining safety and a positive learning environment.