Head Start Aftercare Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

New School Year. New Leadership. New Opportunities!

Creative Scholars Academy is excited to welcome the new school year under new management! We are building a team of passionate, dedicated educators who are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.

If you are an enthusiastic educator who enjoys working with young children and wants to help create a positive, supportive aftercare experience, we invite you to join our team!

Position Summary

The  Aftercare Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for Head Start children during aftercare hours. The teacher will support children's social-emotional development, encourage positive peer interactions, and provide age-appropriate activities that promote creativity, learning, and physical development.

The ideal candidate is dependable, patient, energetic, and passionate about working with young children while maintaining a structured and welcoming classroom environment.

Hours: 2:00pm- 6:00pm

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children throughout the aftercare program.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate activities, including art, music, reading, games, and outdoor play.
• Support children's social-emotional development and encourage positive relationships with peers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Follow all Head Start, Creative Scholars Academy, and state licensing policies and procedures.
• Assist children with routines such as meals/snacks, toileting, handwashing, and transitions as needed.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with children, families, teachers, and school leadership.
• Maintain appropriate supervision and accurate attendance throughout the aftercare period.
• Support individualized needs and accommodations for children as directed by the classroom team.
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and administrative staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Previous experience in a Head Start, childcare, preschool, or after-school setting is a plus.
• Must demonstrate patience, dependability, professionalism, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff.
• Must meet all applicable state childcare licensing and Head Start requirements.

Benefits

• Paid Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development