What are the responsibilities and job description for the Afterschool Core Teacher position at Little Red School House & Elisabeth Irwin HS?
Afterschool Core Teacher
This is the Afterschool program of LREI, a historic Progressive Education school located in the West Village. Our priority is to offer a safe, creative, engaging place for children to grow. We foster a non-competitive, welcoming environment for all children who attend. Children are encouraged to make new friends and to participate in fun activities that interest them and provide opportunities to learn new skills.
Description:
- Create and support a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment (children in Afterschool are between 4-12 years old).
- Support daily activities for students including - homework support, art projects, group games, cooking projects, and projects inspired by the interests of the students.
- Communicate with families about daily events and their children.
- Work collaboratively with other teachers.
- Monday-Friday, 2:30-6pm
Qualifications:
- College degree with background in education or the arts
- Experience in an educational program or setting
- Ability to generate and lead age appropriate group activities
- Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and communicate effectively
- A background in a creative discipline such as art, dance, theater or music is preferred.