Elementary Support Teacher — Part-Time After School

Grace Place for Children and Families; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Grace Place for Children and Families in Naples, Florida is seeking an Elementary Support Teacher for the after-school program (part-time, approx. 14 hours per week). The role reports to the Program Manager and runs Monday through Thursday from 2:30 to 6:00 PM.

You will support classroom activities, supervise students, assist with math and reading activities, manage volunteers, and communicate with parents and staff to ensure a safe, engaging program.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience in youth development, childcare, or related field.
• Must obtain Foundation Florida DCF certificate within 1 year of employment.
• Bi-lingual, preferred (English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole).
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse cultures and populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, use of the internet, and basic computer skills sufficient to maintain program records and budgets, and communicate with parents, volunteers, partners, and community.
• Strong interpersonal skills and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and core values of Grace Place.
• Current first aid and CPR certificates (can obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Able to pass background checks and FDLE fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Classroom supports: Aid in maintenance of classroom organization by completing tasks such as, but not limited to the following: classroom set up and clean up, managing classroom supplies and materials, assisting the teacher with the preparation and implementation of classroom activities, and effective management of student behavior.
• Ensure the safety of children by providing appropriate and active supervision during activities in a variety of settings—classroom, playground, bus, cafeteria, etc.
• Curriculum support: Support the instructional methods of the class to promote math and reading growth including whole group instruction, center-based learning centers, homework support, and small group instruction.
• Volunteer Management: Welcome and encourage volunteer involvement in the classroom; Model and coach volunteers in appropriate strategies for instruction and classroom management; Maintain high visibility and a hands‑on presence with students, staff, volunteers, and parents who are participating in the program.
• Communication: Support parent events during the year; Work collaboratively with teachers and managers to communicate program expectations and changes to parents

Skills

Youth development

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

DCF certificate within 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position: Elementary Support Teacher – Part Time After School

Location: Naples, FL

Job Id: 317

# of Openings: 2

Job Title: Elementary Support teacher

Reports to: Program Manager

Classification: Part -Time Nonexempt, M-Th: 2:30-6:00

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Our Mission

Grace Place puts faith into action providing pathways out of poverty by educating children and families.

Summary/Objective

Together with the manager of the Elementary After-School program and the classroom teacher, the Support Teacher is responsible for supporting the implementation of high-quality, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate programming for the afternoon Elementary School-Aged After-School Program (approx..14 hours/week).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Classroom supports: Aid in maintenance of classroom organization by completing tasks such as, but not limited to the following: classroom set up and clean up, managing classroom supplies and materials, assisting the teacher with the preparation and implementation of classroom activities, and effective management of student behavior.
• Ensure the safety of children by providing appropriate and active supervision during activities in a variety of settings—classroom, playground, bus, cafeteria, etc.
• Curriculum support: Support the instructional methods of the class to promote math and reading growth including whole group instruction, center-based learning centers, homework support, and small group instruction.
• Volunteer Management: Welcome and encourage volunteer involvement in the classroom; Model and coach volunteers in appropriate strategies for instruction and classroom management; Maintain high visibility and a hands‑on presence with students, staff, volunteers, and parents who are participating in the program.
• Communication: Support parent events during the year; Work collaboratively with teachers and managers to communicate program expectations and changes to parents

Qualifications

• Education / Experience: Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience in youth development, childcare, or related field.
• Must obtain Foundation Florida DCF certificate within 1 year of employment.
• Bi-lingual, preferred (English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole).
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse cultures and populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, use of the internet, and basic computer skills sufficient to maintain program records and budgets, and communicate with parents, volunteers, partners, and community.
• Strong interpersonal skills and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and core values of Grace Place.
• Current first aid and CPR certificates (can obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Able to pass background checks and FDLE fingerprinting.

Background Screening Requirement

All applicants must successfully complete required State and National background screening as a condition of employment prior to beginning work at Grace Place for Children and Families. Screening is conducted in accordance with applicable Florida law, including Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, and, when applicable, Chapter 408, Florida Statutes.

Background screening includes fingerprinting for FDLE and FBI criminal history checks and review through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Employment is contingent upon receipt, review, and approval of screening results.

Clearinghouse

Clearinghouse | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Grace Place values diversity in the workplace and among our partners and other stakeholders.

It is the policy of Grace Place to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Grace Place where appropriate.

Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation or any type of retaliation because they have (1) filed a complaint; (2) assisted or participated in an investigation, compliance review, hearing or any other activity related to the administration of any federal, state or local law requiring equal employment opportunity; (3) opposed any act or practice made unlawful by any federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity; or (4) exercised any other legal right protected by federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity.