Afterschool Teacher

Kings Bay Y; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in New York City is seeking a part-time educator to work with children ages 2-5. Responsibilities include preparing the classroom, planning weekly activities, maintaining a clean environment, and communicating with parents. The position requires strong classroom management skills and experience with young children. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with a pay rate of $17.00 - $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• MUST have experience working with children ages 2-5 in a classroom setting.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the classroom starting at 2:30pm before after school care.
• Plan activities for children ages 2-4 following the curriculum.
• Take photos and send weekly emails to parents.

Skills

Experience working with children ages 2-5

Classroom management skills

Ability to communicate with parents

Education

High School Degree or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related education field

Job description

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related education field is preferred.

MUST have experience working with children ages 2-5 in a classroom setting

• Prepare the classroom starting at 2:30pm for the children prior to the start of after school and on a daily basis.
• Take photos throughout the week and send weekly emails to parents
• Plan activities for the week ahead of time following the curriculum appropriate for ages 2-4.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly classroom environment (including the area outside the room as well as cubbies and bulletin boards) in compliance with Department of Health standards.
• Leave the classroom in good order each day. Materials should be put away, table surfaces cleaned with a weak bleach solution, and chairs stacked to allow the floors to be cleaned.
• Provide positive guidance and must have strong classroom management skills.
• Relate to children in a warm, respectful manner and set appropriate and reasonable limits and expectations.
• React appropriately and immediately to unexpected circumstances (i.e. falling child).
• Be able to lift, carry and hold children, to stoop and bend to a child's level throughout the day.
• Communicate with parents

This is a part time position- 5 days/wk from 2:30-6pm, open to subbing

Typical start time

3 PM

Typical end time

6 PM

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Work Location

In person