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 PMto join our team and help us provide an engaging and supportive experience for elementary-aged children!

In this role youll be instrumental in shaping a warm and respectful atmosphere where every child feels valued. Youll have the opportunity to implement creative programs and activities that align with our mission to promote inquiry and positive development.

What Youll 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 Were 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. Youll 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.
  

Ready to Make a Difference

If youre an enthusiastic and compassionate individual eager to contribute to a vibrant after-school program we encourage you to apply! Join us in creating a fun safe and enriching experience for children in our community.

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.

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