Job description
Are you passionate about working with children and ensuring their safety and well-being? Capitol Language Services (CLS) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as After-School Instructors for SY 2025-2026. As an After-School Instructor, you will play a crucial role in providing a supportive and engaging environment for children during their after-school hours. We work with children PreK 3 - 5th grade.
Please note this position starts August 24, 2026 - this is not a summer position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Required availability Monday to Friday 3:00 to 6:00 PM. No partial weeks.
-Engage and teach children various activities, such as arts and crafts, STEM, homework and monitor playground and snack time.
- Ensure safety, inclusivity and prevent bullying during the program hours.
- Adhere strictly to assigned schedules and notify any errors or inconsistencies.
- Take attendance during every transition.
- Manage student allergies and medical needs.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Follow protocols for inclement weather, ensuring activities are engaging and screen-free.
- Monitor bathroom breaks.
- Resolve minor behavioral issues by fostering peaceful resolutions.
- Report conflicts and incidents promptly to the Program Coordinator and complete incident reports.
- Set up, clean and store activity materials in assigned spaces.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
-Must be at least 18 years old.
-At least 1 year experience in childcare.
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-Patience and ability to handle various learning abilities.
-Good references from previous employers.
-Must be willing to undergo a DCPS background check.
Location:
You will be assigned to ONE of our 3 locations in NW DC.
Benefits:
- $19 an hour.
- Bi-monthly attendance bonus for eligible employees for consistent attendance.
- Potential to earn more through regular pay increases and performance bonuses, with scheduled, systematic raises.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's development and well-being.
- Chance to gain extra working hours if employed by camps during DCPS closings.
- Must be available for the mandatory training August 17-21. The specific dates for the training will be confirmed by the end of July.
- Additional training provided.
Note:
Capitol Language Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and children in our programs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week