Amazing Athletes Afterschool Poetry Instructor

Amazing Athletes; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation of $30-35 per hour

Supportive and dynamic work environment

Opportunity for personal and professional growth

Job summary

An educational organization in New York is seeking a thoughtful Poetry & Creative Writing Instructor for its afterschool program at PS166. This part-time position involves leading engaging poetry activities tailored for K-5 students, fostering creativity and expression. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in creative writing and experience working with children. The role requires availability on Thursdays and Fridays, starting September 4th for the 2025-26 school year, with compensation ranging from $30-35 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong creative writing or poetry background is essential.
• Experience in educational or mentoring capacity with children.
• Ability to create and guide age-appropriate writing prompts.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun and accessible poetry activities for young learners.
• Encourage student self-expression through writing.
• Help students create poetry books or presentations.

Skills

Experience working with students

Creative writing background

Teaching children

Education

Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a thoughtful and imaginative Poetry & Creative Writing Instructor for our afterschool program at PS166! This position is perfect for someone who believes in the power of words and wants to help K-5 students express themselves through poetry, journaling, and creative storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fun and accessible poetry and writing activities tailored for young learners
• Encourage students to explore rhyme, rhythm, and voice while building confidence as writers
• Plan creative prompts and group sharing circles that invite self-expression
• Help students create poetry books, zines, or presentations to proudly share with families
• Collaborate with admin and complete all digital reporting tasks

This is You

• Experience working with students, preferably elementary age
• Strong background in creative writing, poetry, or literature
• Experience teaching or mentoring children in writing
• Encouraging, warm, and full of creative ideas
• Great classroom presence and ability to inspire budding writers

Schedule

• Day: Thursday & Friday (part-time availability)
• Time: 2:40 PM - 5:40 PM (broken into two sessions: early session 2:40 PM-4:20 PM and late session 4:20 PM-5:40 PM)
• Season begins September 4th, however we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2025-26 school year

Location

• PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology
• 132 W. 89th Street, New York, NY 10024

Join our team and make a positive impact on the youth! We look forward to receiving your application.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or a related field
• Strong creative writing or poetry background
• Experience working with children in an educational or mentoring capacity
• Ability to create and guide age-appropriate writing prompts
• Enthusiastic, supportive, and creative teaching style

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development
• Experience leading writing workshops based classes for youth
• Passion for youth storytelling and community-based writing

Benefits

• Compensation: $30-35 per hour, depending on experience
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation
• Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment
• Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your expertise with creative teaching methodologies