Afterschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule

After-School Teacher Discovery Point Lutz – Lutz, FL

Discovery Point Lutz is looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, and caring After-School Teacher to join our team! This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working with school-age children and wants to create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and build friendships after their school day.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of school-age children 
• Create a positive, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment 
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, games, arts and crafts, and enrichment experiences 
• Assist children with homework and school assignments when needed 
• Encourage positive social interactions, teamwork, and respectful behavior 
• Provide opportunities for indoor and outdoor play 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom 
• Build positive relationships with children and their families 
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's day 
• Follow all center policies, safety procedures, and state childcare regulations 
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and administration 
• Help create a fun and memorable experience for children in our after-school program 

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with school-age children preferred 
• Childcare, teaching, camp, tutoring, or youth-program experience is a plus 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Must be dependable, responsible, and energetic 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work as part of a team 
• Must enjoy working with children and have a positive attitude 
• Must meet Florida childcare employment requirements 

Schedule

Part-time, after-school hours
Monday–Friday, with additional hours available during school breaks, holidays, and summer camp.

What We Offer

• A fun and supportive work environment 
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives 
• Supportive leadership team 
• Opportunities for additional hours during school breaks and summer 
• Potential for professional growth within our center 

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is energetic, patient, creative, and genuinely enjoys spending time with children . Our ideal After-School Teacher is someone who can turn the afternoon into something children look forward to—whether that's helping with homework, playing outside, creating an art project, or simply being a positive role model.

Join the Discovery Point Lutz family and help make every afternoon a great one!