What are the responsibilities and job description for the Afterschool Assistant Director position at Shades Of Development?
Be Part of SHADES of Development — Where Kids Learn, Play, and Grow!
Urgently Hiring!
Do meaningful work. Enjoy your schedule. Earn competitive pay.
Looking for a rewarding part-time position with flexible weekday hours and no nights or weekends? Want a role where you can positively impact children every single day?
SHADES of Development, a well-established afterschool and summer program in East Tennessee, is currently seeking Afterschool Leaders to join our team!
Why You’ll Love This Job
- Hourly pay ranging from $16.75–$20.25, depending on experience and education
- Reliable weekday schedule with evenings and weekends off
- Supportive, energetic, and activity-driven work environment
- Purpose-driven role helping students build confidence and skills
- Excellent experience for education majors, youth professionals, and aspiring teachers
Assistant Director Hours:
- Elementary — 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
- Preschool — 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging activities and group games
- Encourage learning through creative projects and play-based experiences
- Assist with snack distribution and smooth transitions between activities
- Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-supervised environment
- Prepare activity spaces and handle end-of-day cleanup
- Help lead and coach staff
- Be the acting Director in their absence
Ideal Candidates Will Have
- Previous experience working with children
- A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and dependability
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
- A bachelor’s degree
- Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing
Salary : $17 - $20