School Age Teacher After School Program

Job Description

Job Description

E & E Angel's Learning Academy is seeking a dependable, energetic, and experienced School-Age Teacher to join our after-school program. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about working with school-age children and committed to providing a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Position Summary

The school-Age Teacher is responsible for supervising and caring for children enrolled in the after-school program while maintaining compliance with Ohio Department of Children & Youth (DCY) licensing regulations and Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) standards. The teacher will provide homework support, facilitate developmentally appropriate activities, encourage positive social interactions, and create a fun, structured learning environment.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• CPL Level 3 or higher (preferred).
• CDA, associate degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with school-age children in a licensed childcare center or educational setting.
• Knowledge of Ohio Department of Children & Youth (DCY) licensing regulations.
• Familiarity with Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) standards.
• Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Strong classroom management and behavior guidance skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to pass Ohio BCI/FBI background checks.
• Current CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Recognition, and Communicable Disease certifications (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Verifiable professional references.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for school-age children.
• Supervise children at all times and maintain required staff-to-child ratios.
• Assist children with homework and provide academic support when needed.
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities, including STEM, arts and crafts, literacy, games, recreation, and enrichment opportunities.
• Encourage teamwork, leadership, independence, and positive peer relationships.
• Promote learning through hands-on experiences and structured play.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Follow all DCY licensing regulations, health and safety procedures, and center policies.
• Complete attendance, daily documentation, and incident reports as required.
• Communicate professionally with families regarding children's progress and daily activities.
• Work collaboratively with fellow teachers and administration to ensure a high-quality after-school program.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required trainings.

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with school-age children.
• Positive, patient, and dependable.
• Creative and able to keep children engaged.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Organized and able to work independently.
• Committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and school-age programming.