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School-Age Enrichment Teacher

Our afterschool enrichment teachers work closely with the Program Manager to plan developmentally-appropriate activities for school-age children (5-12 years) in a safe and nurturing environment. This is a great part-time teaching job for those interested in elementary teaching, early childhood   education, or early childhood development.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Works closely with the Program Manager in offering a high quality child care experience according to the philosophies, policies, and procedures of the organization. The School Age Enrichment Teacher’s job function is to create a safe environment, and to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for school-age children (5-12 years).

This is an hourly position with hours that vary depending on shift schedule, site, and time of year.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Promote and incorporate Kids ’s mission and vision in all duties and in the community.
  • Create a warm and welcoming environment where children and families are greeted by name, and the cultures of the community are represented through activities, art, literature, etc.
  • Maintain a safe environment for children by following state licensing standards, keeping facilities hazard-free, ensuring equipment and play space are in working order, and being aware of potential threats to safety.
  • Actively play with and supervise children ensuring they are within visual and auditory range at all times.
  • Create a fun environment that encourages exploration, active learning, and play by providing opportunities for children to interact with a variety of learning stations.
  • Plan and execute developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum for the children. Lesson plans should include group and self-directed activities, community resources, field trips, guest speakers, etc.
  • Teach and develop positive social behaviors in children that nurture peer-to-peer relationship building and support continuity of care. Support positive behavior reinforcement using the Prevent, Teach, Reinforce (PTR) model.
  • Keep notes, observations, on individual children on required forms to develop individualized behavior and academic supports for children.
  • Follow child tracking and search
  • Keep informed of individual child allergies/restrictions, medical needs, schedules, authorized pick-ups, etc.
  • Document all accidents, illnesses, incidents, and administered medications on the required forms immediately after occurrence.
  • Develop and maintain professional and positive relationships with Provide regular feedback about their child’s day.
  • Attend community events, regular staff meetings, and trainings as required by Kids Co. and state licensing to keep current of new developments in ECE, out of school time care, and state
  • Ensure that all information regarding children, families, and staff is kept Sharing of information is prohibited.
  • Follow all state licensing rules and regulations, and Kids policies and procedures.
  • Report suspected incidents of abuse and neglect as required by Washington State
  • Track program supply inventory and report needs to
  • Prepare and serve daily meals and
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment by performing daily cleaning These duties may include washing dishes, cleaning restrooms, mopping/vacuuming floors, sanitizing surfaces, taking trash out, etc.
  • Assist with basic administrative duties in the absence of the supervisor, such as answering the center phone, collecting payments, accepting and/or providing families with requested forms.
  • Interact with supervisor, co-workers, and families in a professional and respectful
  • Promote team work and collaboration among Kids staff.
  • Perform additional job-related duties, special projects, and tasks as assigned by direct supervisor or Kids Co. management.

These duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be 18 years or
  • High school diploma or
  • 1 year experience working with
  • TB test (prior to start date).
  • Proof of MMR immunization or medical exemption certification (prior to start date).
  • Cleared portable background check (apply within 7 days of hire).
  • 30 hours basic STARS training (complete within 60 days of hire).
  • First Aid and child/adult CPR certification (within 60 days of hire).
  • HIV/AIDS and annual BBP trainings (within 30 days of hire).
  • Annual disaster preparedness training (within 7 days if hire).
  • WA State food handlers permit (within 30 days).
  • Complete Kids orientation (within 7 days of hire).
  • Reliable

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and understand basic English. This position is very active and requires sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. The employee must be able to see and hear children at all times for the safety of children and co-workers.