After-School Teacher

After-School Teacher Are you passionate about creating a positive and nurturing environment for children? Do you love fostering curiosity and encouraging open-ended thinking? The JCC is looking for a dedicated Monday - Friday part-time After-School Teacher from the hours of 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM (start date - August 18th) to join our team and help us provide an engaging and supportive experience for elementary-aged children! In this role, you'll be instrumental in shaping a warm and respectful atmosphere where every child feels valued. You'll have the opportunity to implement creative programs and activities that align with our mission to promote inquiry and positive development. What You'll Do: Supervise and engage a group of 5-16 children (grades K4-5th grade) during after-school hours (2:30 PM - 6:00 PM). Develop and lead dynamic classroom activities and programs that actively involve children. Maintain a clean and welcoming classroom environment. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our program by upholding high standards and adhering to JCC policies and licensing requirements. What We're Looking For: Collaboration: A team player who works effectively with staff, JCC members, and the community. Professionalism: Someone committed to high standards of program delivery and professional excellence. Cultural Competence: An individual who appreciates and is sensitive to diverse cultural backgrounds, particularly Judaic culture, and can contribute to a positive and harmonious workplace. Conflict Resolution: Ability to resolve conflicts maturely and effectively, fostering positive relationships. Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong customer-service orientation, diplomacy, and discretion. Teamwork: Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older. Minimum of 1 year of experience in childcare is required. Current CPR and First Aid certification for infants, children, and adults is preferred. Physical & Work Environment Requirements: This is an active role requiring you to be on your feet, bending, kneeling, stooping, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. You'll be working in a dynamic professional environment, engaging directly with children and staff. Benefits of Working with Us: We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Defined Contribution 403B Pension: Plan for your future with our retirement savings program. Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation, sick, and personal days. (For employees who are scheduled 20 hours / week or more) Paid Observances: Benefit from paid time off for secular and religious holidays. (For employees who are scheduled 20 hours / week or more) Uniquely JCC Benefits: Complimentary JCC Membership: Receive a full JCC membership at no cost, including access to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facilities. JCC Program Discounts: Get significant discounts on almost all programs offered at the JCC, such as early childhood education, camps, before & after school care, fitness & aquatics classes, and various cultural and enrichment programs. The Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you require reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center