Enrichment Teaching Assistant

Strive Charter School

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 47,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Winter/summer breaks

Vacation days

Sick leave

Job summary

Strive Charter School is seeking energetic Enrichment Teaching Assistants to support after-school and weekend Enrichment Club programming. You will create a safe, engaging environment and help students explore interests beyond the classroom.

The role requires initiative, strong communication, and the ability to manage a structured learning space while assisting with a variety of activities, including art, sports, STEM, and literacy.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
2 years' school-based experience with PreK-5 students.
Ability to lead enrichment activities in sports, art, music, STEM, literacy, or life skills.
Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and classroom-management skills.
Dependable, punctual, flexible, and able to take initiative.
Ability to work effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
Background checks, clearances, and training required; CPR/First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead engaging enrichment activities for students.
Supervise students during clubs, activities, meals, transitions, arrival, and dismissal.
Prepare classrooms, materials, equipment, and activity spaces.
Provide clear instructions and age-appropriate support to students.
Maintain a safe, organized, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
Support positive student behavior using the school’s expectations and procedures.
Build supportive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and school leaders.
Monitor student participation, progress, and well-being.
Communicate attendance, behavioral concerns, injuries, incidents, and supply needs to the appropriate supervisor.
Adapt activities to meet students’ different ages, interests, abilities, and learning needs.
Assist with cleaning and organizing classrooms and shared program spaces.
Follow all school policies, emergency procedures, health requirements, and student-safety protocols.
Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional-development activities.
Perform other duties related to the enrichment program as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Punctuality

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Position Summary

Strive Charter School is seeking energetic, dependable, and student-centered Enrichment Teaching Assistants to support our after-school and weekend Enrichment Club programming.

Enrichment Teaching Assistants help create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment where students can explore interests beyond the traditional classroom. Programming may include art, music, sports, STEM, literacy, games, life skills, academic support, and other enrichment activities.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, communicates effectively, takes initiative, and can maintain a positive and structured learning environment.

Program Hours

Strive Charter School is open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Enrichment programming operates during the following hours:

Monday–Friday: Approximately 3:00 or 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Employees will receive an assigned schedule based on program and staffing needs. Candidates must be available to work a combination of weekday afternoons, evenings, and weekend shifts.

Essential Responsibilities

Plan and lead engaging enrichment activities for students.
Supervise students during clubs, activities, meals, transitions, arrival, and dismissal.
Prepare classrooms, materials, equipment, and activity spaces.
Provide clear instructions and age‑appropriate support to students.
Maintain a safe, organized, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
Support positive student behavior using the school’s expectations and procedures.
Build supportive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and school leaders.
Monitor student participation, progress, and well‑being.
Communicate attendance, behavioral concerns, injuries, incidents, and supply needs to the appropriate supervisor.
Adapt activities to meet students’ different ages, interests, abilities, and learning needs.
Assist with cleaning and organizing classrooms and shared program spaces.
Follow all school policies, emergency procedures, health requirements, and student‑safety protocols.
Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional‑development activities.
Perform other duties related to the enrichment program as assigned.

Why Join Strive Charter School?

Make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
Help children discover new interests, skills, and talents.
Work in an active, creative, and collaborative school environment.
Gain valuable experience in education, youth development, and enrichment programming.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Strive Charter School is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and learning environment

Requirements:

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
2 years' experience within a school setting working with children in grades PreK-5
Ability to lead enrichment activities in areas such as sports, art, music, dance, STEM, literacy, or life skills.
Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and classroom‑management skills.
Dependable, punctual, flexible, and able to take initiative.
Ability to work effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to complete all required background checks, clearances, and training.
CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
Must be available for assigned weekday afternoon/evening and weekend shifts.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the program space for extended periods.
Ability to participate in indoor and outdoor student activities.
Ability to lift and carry program materials and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation/Benefits

Compensation And Overtime

Salary: $22/hr minimum 30 hours required