After School Instructor in DC

Are you passionate about working with children and ensuring their safety and well-being? Capitol Language Services (CLS) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as After-School Instructors for 2025. As an After-School Instructor, you will play a crucial role in providing a supportive and engaging environment for children during their after-school hours.

Key Responsibilities:

- Hours for the position are guaranteed. Employees stay for the required shift 3-6 pm.

- Required availability Monday to Friday 3:00 to 6:00 PM.

-Engage and teach children various activities, such as arts and crafts, STEM, homework and monitor playground and snack time.

- Ensure safety, inclusivity and prevent bullying during the program hours.

- Adhere strictly to assigned schedules and notify any errors or inconsistencies.

- Take attendance during every transition.

- Manage student allergies and medical needs.

Additional Responsibilities:

- Follow protocols for inclement weather, ensuring activities are engaging and screen-free.

- Monitor bathroom breaks.

- Resolve minor behavioral issues by fostering peaceful resolutions.

- Report conflicts and incidents promptly to the Program Coordinator and complete incident reports.

- Set up, clean and store activity materials in assigned spaces.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

-Must be at least 18 years old.

-At least 1 year experience in childcare.

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

-Patience and ability to handle various learning abilities.

-Good references from previous employers.

-Must be willing to undergo a DCPS background check.

Location:

Lafayette Elementary School: 5701 Broad Branch Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20015

Benefits:

- $19 an hour with potential to earn more through regular pay increases and performance bonuses, with scheduled, systematic raises.

- Bi-monthly attendance bonus for eligible employees for consistent attendance.

- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s development and well-being.

- Possibility to earn extra income if employed for camps during DCPS closings.

- Additional training provided.

Note:

Capitol Language Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and children in our programs.

Apply Directly: https://capitollanguageservices.bamboohr.com/careers/65?source=aWQ9MTg=

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Please select your availability for a call: (A) between 10am -12 pm; (B) After 12 noon (C) After 5 PM.
• Are you available to work Mon-Fri, 3-6 pm? Yes/No
• What is the best number to reach you?
• Do you have a DCPS clearance? Yes/No (not necessary at the time of application.
• Please, describe the type of roles you've had in childcare. Note that you will not be contacted if this question is left unanswered. If no experience, tell us why you would like to work with children?
• Are you willing to commute to the following DC Zip codes: NW DC 20015, NW DC 20008, NW DC 20001

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20016 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21