After School Pre-K/3K Teacher

Description

We are looking for a qualified Afterschool Pre-K Teacher to help design and implement an afterschool program for pre-k students onsite in their school, Monday through Friday from 2:30pm to 5:30pm, every day that public schools are in session. The program will operate separately from, but within the context of a comprehensive afterschool program for school-age children in the same location. Our programs are dedicated to supporting the social and emotional learning of participants by providing choice-based activities that empower student voices, and delivery methods that develop compassion, understanding and kindness. The pre-k teacher will work with the program director, education specialist, and a teaching assistant to develop a varied schedule for a group of 12-14 children each day.

Pay Rate

$50-$60 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve conflicts positively
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through project-based learning
• Ensure they are safe at all times
• Organize snack, rest, and play times, including coordinating gym use for physical activities
• Track children’s progress and report to the program director
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Teacher of preschool age children
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
• Certification in child CPR
• BS/BA in education or relevant field