Description
JOB TITLE: Afterschool Lead Instructor / Curriculum Assistant DEPARTMENT: Child & Youth Services SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Afterschool District Manager POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None JOB STATUS: Part-time, Non-Exempt SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 1:30PM-5:30PM (20 hours/week)
Summary:
Provide afterschool instruction and curriculum support for school-age children in a structured program environment. This role focuses on academic enrichment, including math and reading development, while ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive setting for children and families.
Key Responsibilities:
· Deliver tutoring and homework assistance to participating students · Supervise assigned students and maintain a safe, structured classroom environment · Plan and implement daily educational and recreational activities · Assist in the development and implementation of curriculum that promotes math and reading skills · Collaborate with Program Coordinator and staff to ensure program goals are met · Maintain accurate documentation (attendance, food program, incident reports, etc.) · Communicate effectively with parents and promote program engagement · Ensure cleanliness and organization of program spaces · Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and special events · Support parent involvement through communication, newsletters, and activities · Assist with planning and execution of events such as holiday programs and open houses · Maintain confidentiality of all children, family, and program information
Qualifications & Skills:
· Strong math and reading skills · Effective written and verbal communication skills · Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team · Strong classroom management and organizational skills · Ability to engage and motivate school-age children · Professional demeanor with children, families, and staff
Physical & Work Requirements:
· Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds · Ability to sit, kneel, bend, twist, and move at a child’s level · Ability to visually and auditorily supervise children in various environments (classroom, playground, field trips) · Reliable transportation and ability to travel to trainings and meetings · Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance required
Certifications & Training Requirements:
· CPR, First Aid, and Preventing Disease Transmission certification · Completion of pre-employment drug screening · Participation in required staff trainings and professional development
Benefits:
Full-time employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance (paid by employer), Voluntary Life Insurance, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Legal/Identify Theft Assistance. Full-time employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week are eligible for paid vacation and sick time: 12 vacation days in the first year and 8 sick days/year. Full-time employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week are eligible for up to $1000 of tuition reimbursement/year after a 3 month training period. Employees working more than 1000 hours/year will be 401K eligible. After 2 years, a 2% match is provided; after 3 years, a 3% match, after 6 years, a 6% match. Employer matches are 100% vested. Part-time employees scheduled 20 or more hours/week, earn 12 vacation days the first year and 6 sick days/year. Part-time employees scheduled 20 or more hours/week are eligible for up to $500 of tuition reimbursement/year after a 3 month training period. Full-time employees and part-time employees scheduled 20 hours or more/week are eligible for 11 Holidays or Holiday Pay.
Additional Information:
Interested in making a difference after school hours? Contact Angie at abrowning@brsinc.org for more information.
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Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace
Requirements
Education/Experience Requirements High School Diploma required. Minimum of two years’ experience working with school-age children in an educational, childcare, or youth services setting. Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education preferred.
