Afterschool Teachers (Part-Time)

TREVOR DAY SCHOOL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,505 - 53,416; Part time

Job summary

TREVOR DAY SCHOOL in New York, NY is seeking Afterschool Teachers for Preschool through Grade 5 students starting in fall 2026. The role involves supervising children during afterschool hours, overseeing routines, and facilitating engaging activities.

Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred along with experience working with young children. The pay is $33 per hour, contingent upon experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children at the early childhood and/or elementary level
• Ability to supervise large groups of children

Responsibilities

• Supervise a large group of children with other Afterschool Teachers.
• Oversee daily routines, including attendance, snacks, and dismissal.
• Develop and lead activities that engage children.
• Assist with specialized classes as needed.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Creativity

Flexibility

Positive attitude and sense of humor

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Trevor Day School is seeking Afterschool Teachers for our Preschool through Grade 5 students, starting in the fall of 2026. Children in the program attend different specialized classes. Those who are not registered for classes stay with the Afterschool Teachers. They complete homework, engage in free play, or join an organized group activity. The program runs from 2:30 to 5:45 pm, Monday through Friday.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise a large group of children with other Afterschool Teachers.

• Oversee daily routines, including attendance, snacks, and dismissal.

• Develop and lead activities that engage children.

• Assist with specialized classes as needed: dance, sports, rollerblading, cooking, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Previous experience working with children at the early childhood and/or elementary level.

• Strong verbal communication skills.

Ideal candidates should possess

• Ability to work collaboratively.

• Creativity and flexibility.

• Positive attitude and a sense of humor.

Additional Opportunities

• Afterschool Teachers often work as Substitute Teachers during the day.

• Afterschool Teachers can work at various evening events during the year, providing childcare.

• Afterschool Teachers can help run a two-week camp in June.

The pay for this position is $33 per hour. When extending an employment offer, Trevor Day School bases the salary on several factors, including (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education, training, key skills, and peer salary equity.

About Trevor Day School

Trevor Day School (www.trevor.org) is a Preschool through Grade 12 coeducational, independent school in Manhattan serving approximately 750 students. Trevor educates college-bound students to achieve academic and personal excellence in an inquiry-driven, idea-rich community. Trevor celebrates diversity of thought, experiences, and culture; promotes compassion, collaboration, courage, and creativity; and develops in children a recognition of their own unique potential as lifelong learners and leaders who act as responsible global citizens.

Trevor Day School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.