What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Program Teacher position at Kids Co.?
Do you enjoy working with kids? Join our team where you will play a crucial role in nurturing students' growth and development during after-school hours. Kids Co. is hiring part-time after-school teachers for multiple sites. We offer an engaging environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. This is an ideal role for someone with positive energy who builds warm connections with children and families.
Responsibilities include:
- Creating a fun and safe environment that inspires curiosity and play.
- Engaging with students in a caring and nurturing manner - be a positive adult role model for kids.
- Supervising indoor and outdoor play
- Ensure the health and safety of students.
- Assist in cleaning the classroom each day.
- Preparing and serving healthy snacks.
- Following Kids Co. policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures, etc.
We are currently hiring in these neighborhoods for positions beginning in January:
- Magnolia
- Rainier Beach
Where we work:
We operate our programs in 11 different schools, all located in Seattle. We work in the following neighborhoods: Magnolia, Green Lake, Eastlake/Capitol Hill, Seward Park, Rainier Beach, Ballard, Wedgewood, Queen Anne, and Northgate.
Typical Schedule (some locations start 1 hour later)
- Monday - 2p to 6p
- Tuesday - 2p to 6p
- Wednesday - 12:30p to 6p (early release day for kids)
- Thursday - 2p to 6p
- Friday - 2p to 6p
Pay rate: $21.30-$24.00/hr. depending on experience and education.
Why Kids Co.?
Kids Co. offers competitive pay rates and great benefits including 12 paid holidays, PTO, Sick Leave, and free training. Kids Co. is a mission-driven nonprofit serving the families of Seattle since 1989. We provide and advocate for affordable quality childcare that enriches and nurtures all children by creating safe spaces for kids that inspire wonder, curiosity, and play.
Please apply if you:
- Love working with kids.
- Like to have a job that is fun and interactive.
- Interested in working with kids a career.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have prior experience working with kids (paid or volunteering).
- Able to work Monday through Friday during the school year, with option for more hours during school breaks.
- Enjoy helping kids grow and develop.
All offers are contingent on passing a TB test, providing MMR vaccination records, and passing the state portable criminal background check.
Kids Co. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.30 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Which location is better for you - Magnolia or Rainier Beach?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $24