Preschool Aftercare Leader - Calm, Caring & Playful

Somerset Hills Montessori School; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Somerset Hills Montessori School in Basking Ridge, New Jersey is seeking a caring Aftercare Teacher to supervise preschool children from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm, creating a warm, safe, and joyful afternoon.

You will support children during free-play, art, stories, outdoor activities, and snacks, model kindness and independence, maintain a tidy classroom, and communicate respectfully with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool or early childhood children preferred.
• A warm, patient, and positive attitude.
• Dependable, responsible, and able to work well with a team.
• Ability to create a calm and engaging environment for young children.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for preschool children during aftercare hours.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and respectful environment.
• Support children during free-choice activities, outdoor play, art, books, puzzles, and other age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage independence, kindness, cooperation, and positive social interactions.
• Assist children with snack time, bathroom routines, and cleanup as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom and play area.Communicate respectfully with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Nurturing

Dependable

Calm demeanor

Job description

Somerset Hills Montessori School in Basking Ridge, New Jersey is seeking a caring Aftercare Teacher to supervise preschool children from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm, creating a warm, safe, and joyful afternoon.

You will support children during free-play, art, stories, outdoor activities, and snacks, model kindness and independence, maintain a tidy classroom, and communicate respectfully with families and staff.