Teacher-Afterschool Program-Eaton Rapids

Highfields Inc; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Highfields Inc. is seeking educators to implement engaging academic enrichment activities for students in the Reaching Higher Afterschool Program at Eaton Rapids Greyhound Intermediate School, covering grades 3–5.

The role focuses on creating lesson plans, tutoring on homework, and mentoring youth in a structured afterschool setting. Part-time, on-site work with a commitment to safety, compliance, and positive student relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in child related field (Elementary/Secondary education or related).
• Teaching Certification required (not necessarily active).
• At least 2 years of experience with youth in structured programs.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans for engaging academic enrichment activities.
• Assist youth with homework and provide tutoring.
• Serve as a mentor and role model for students.
• Manage classroom in a safe, productive way.
• Cultivate positive relationships with students, families, and school staff.
• Lead parent/family education events and complete required paperwork.
• Attend mandatory meetings and pursue professional development annually.
• Ensure compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and industry standards.

Skills

Youth engagement

Tutoring

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor degree in child related field

Teaching Certification

Job description

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2 days ago Requisition ID: 2162

Salary Range: $30.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Seeking teachers who will effectively implement engaging academic enrichment activities for students of our Reaching Higher Afterschool Program at the school listed below:

Eaton Rapids Greyhound Intermediate School - working with students in grades 3rd, 4th & 5th

Program runs Monday through Thursday during the school year for approximately 2-2.5 hours daily. (You would work whichever days work well for your schedule)

Education / Certifications / Experience:

• Bachelor degree in child related field: Elementary education, secondary education, physical education or other teaching related fields.
• Teaching Certification Required (This does not have to be active/current. You must have held a teaching certification at some point in your career that can be verified on the Michigan Online Educator Verification System)
• Demonstrated knowledge of youth and ability to teach effectively.
• At least 2 years experience working with youth, in a structured program setting.
• Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create lesson plans to implement engaging academic enrichment activities.
• Assist youth with homework and provide individualized tutoring.
• Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.
• Manage classroom in a safe and productive way.
• Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and school-day personnel.
• Creates and leads parent and family education and service events.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.
• Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.
• Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.
• Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements of the position are attached.