School Age Aftercare Assistant Teacher

The Assistant Teacher at Gardner’s Country Friends Campus supports the Lead Teacher in providing a warm, engaging, developmentally appropriate environment for School Age Children 5-12 years old Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from the hours of 2:00-6:00. This role is essential in implementing play-based learning activities, maintaining classroom safety, and nurturing positive relationships with children and families. Assistant Teachers help set up and facilitate activities, observe and support children, and contribute to daily classroom routines. They work under the guidance of a Lead Teacher and in collaboration with other team members. The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm for working with children and a readiness to learn and grow alongside the team.

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Assist in preparing materials and classroom spaces for daily activities.
• Engage positively with children, modeling respectful behavior and supporting social-emotional development.
• Observe children and share relevant insights with the Lead Teacher to support planning and documentation.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Supervise children both indoors and outdoors, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Participate in ongoing communication with families under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to a cohesive, supportive teaching environment.
• Assist with transitions, meals, rest time, and other daily routines.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.
• Adhere to all DCYF licensing requirements and support Early Achievers participation.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned by the supervisor, including lead teacher.

• Minimum Age: 18
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of required DCYF (DEL) certifications in MERIT
• Portable background check
• TB Test
• Completion of 30-hour Child Care Basics training
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Blood Borne Pathogens Training
• Food Handler Permit Minimum Age: 18
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of required DCYF (DEL) certifications in MERIT
• Portable background check
• TB Test
• Completion of 30-hour Child Care Basics training
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Blood Borne Pathogens Training
• Food Handler Permit

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with peers and families
• Interest in experiential, play-based education and child-led learning
• Familiarity with Google Drive and basic classroom technologies