Enrichment Teacher

Launch; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

On-site program delivery

Job summary

Launch is seeking an Enrichment Teacher to provide a safe, caring, and enriching environment for school-age children in Seattle. The role focuses on delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum, supervising groups, and supporting families.

Schedule runs Monday–Friday, 1pm–6pm with guaranteed 25 hours per week and includes a $300 sign-on bonus paid in installments after probation and 90 days. Responsibilities include planning weekly lessons, supervising activities, maintaining safety, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• AA in education or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience with children preferred.
• Experience with school-age children and behavior management.
• Ability to create varied, age-appropriate activities and to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Create weekly lesson plans aligned with best practices.
• Supervise and manage groups of children.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the site.
• Prepare and serve snacks to children.
• Engage children in enrichment activities and provide homework support.

Skills

Behavior management

Activity planning

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Microsoft Office

Education

AA in Education or related field

Job description

Description

Overview

Launch is dedicated to ensuring a brilliant start for all children. Through our preschool, after school and summer programs, we provide equitable access to the highest-quality learning and care in a safe, enriching environment that prepares children for success in school and life. Our programs serve a diverse group of over 1300 children ages 3-12 and are located on-site in 9 Seattle public schools and 3 community centers. Drawing on more than 40 years of experience, we serve as a proven model of effective programming and a passionate advocate for children, families and communities. Launch strives to live an anti-racist, inclusive existence, and welcomes diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives.

Enrichment Teachers are responsible for providing a safe, caring, and academically and socially enriching environment for school-age children. This position ensures that the curriculum and activities are developmentally appropriate and meet all identified academic and development domains.

Enrichment Teacher Schedule: Monday through Friday from 1pm-6pm (Guaranteed 25 hours per week!)

*Sign on Bonus: We are excited of offer a $300 bonus to the successful candidate! $200 of the incentive to be paid after the first month of employment and $100 upon successful completion of 90 days. We look forward to welcoming you to the team!*

Essential Job Functions

• Create weekly lesson plans that align with Expanded Learning Opportunities best practices
• Supervise and manage groups of children
• Attend scheduled staff meetings
• Maintain safety of children
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of site
• Prepare and serve snacks to the children
• Engage children in enrichment activities
• Provide homework support
• Build strong and nurturing relationship with children and families
• Positive communication with parents, staff, supervisor, school, etc.
• Enforce all general safety rules of center
• Assist in positive behavior management technique’s when required
• Obtain required training and on-going professional development

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• A minimum of 1 year education beyond high school required. An AA in education or related field is preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with children required
• A minimum of one year experience working with school-age with demonstrated knowledge and competence in:
• Behavior management skills
• Activity planning/coordinating
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Proven ability to communicate with children and adults in a positive and proactive manner
• Ability to create versatile and varied age appropriate activities for children of different ages and developmental stages
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member

Desired but not required:

• Experience working in a non-profit organization
• BA degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work and interact with children and parents
• Create and implement curriculum, utilizing Student Voice and Choice. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office programs
• Time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment on cross-functional teams with a wide range of personalities
• Exceptional problem solving abilities
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented

Condition of Employment

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance
• TB Clearance
• Food Worker Card
• First Aid/CPR
• Blood Borne Pathogens/HIV training
• Mandated Reported Training
• MMR Vaccination Record
• Must attend any required training

After Hire

• Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families Trainings:
• Medication Management
• Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
• Families Experiencing Homelessness
• Abusive Head Trauma

Within Six months of Hire

• Completion of STARS Basic 30 hour Child Care course

The statement contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of the job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.