Extended Care Instructor — Nurture Social-Emotional Growth

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Paid time off

Training and professional development

Job summary

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. in Newark seeks an energetic Extended Care Instructor to provide high-quality care after the school day.

You will help children transition to a structured, nurturing, and joyful extended care setting where they can relax, connect with peers, and continue learning through play and exploration. This role emphasizes relationships, emotional safety, and positive interactions that help children thrive beyond the classroom.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates understanding of or commitment to supporting social-emotional development in group settings.
• Enthusiasm for planning and leading hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Ability to maintain appropriate expectations while building warm, responsive relationships with children.
• Dependability, sound judgment, flexibility, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging activities including art, literacy, STEM, music, and outdoor play.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment that supports positive social skills.
• Model respectful communication and help with conflict resolution and self-regulation.
• Maintain active supervision during all activities, meals, and transitions.
• Follow schedules, lesson plans, safety procedures, and keep records up to date.
• Prepare activity materials and maintain clean, organized spaces.
• Assist with snacks or meals and follow health and food-safety procedures.
• Communicate professionally with children, families, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Complete attendance, incident, dismissal, and other required records on time.
• Participate in required training and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Social-emotional development

Planning activities

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Background checks compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education/child development coursework or credentials

Job description

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. in Newark seeks an energetic Extended Care Instructor to provide high-quality care after the school day.

You will help children transition to a structured, nurturing, and joyful extended care setting where they can relax, connect with peers, and continue learning through play and exploration. This role emphasizes relationships, emotional safety, and positive interactions that help children thrive beyond the classroom.