Afterschool Dungeons & Dragons and Cooking Assistant Instructor

On-site New York New York Part-time $36 per hour

Description

We are seeking an Assistant Instructor to join our afterschool team at Calhoun! Youll support our new Dungeons & Dragons class on Mondays and Tuesdays and a cooking class on Wednesdays.

We already have a lead instructor for Dungeons & Dragons. Were looking for someone who loves the game enjoys working with children and can help students of all experience levels feel welcome. Students will explore fantasy and science fiction adventures through roleplaying games strategy games miniature painting and diorama building. Games models paints brushes and other materials will be provided.

On Wednesdays youll support the cooking instructor as students learn recipes and kitchen skills through hands-on activities.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support lead instructors during Dungeons & Dragons and cooking classes.
• Help students learn game rules participate in collaborative storytelling and work on creative projects.
• Assist with cooking activities while reinforcing safety and cleanliness.
• Keep students engaged and help manage behavior in a positive encouraging way.
• Assist with attendance setup cleanup and organization of materials.
• Communicate with instructors and the site team about student needs and class activities.

This is you:

• You enjoy Dungeons & Dragons or other tabletop roleplaying games and are excited to share that interest with children.
• Youre comfortable assisting with a hands-on cooking class.
• Youre patient dependable and able to explain instructions clearly.
• You enjoy working with a team and helping students feel included.

The Schedule

• Monday 3:004:45 PM: Dungeons & Dragons at Calhoun Middle School
• Tuesday 2:454:30 PM: Dungeons & Dragons at Calhoun Lower School
• Wednesday 2:454:30 PM: Cooking at Calhoun Lower School

The Locations

• Calhoun Middle School: 433 W End Ave New York NY 10024
• Calhoun Lower School: 325 W 85th St New York NY 10024

The Application Process

Please apply here or email your resume and tell us about your experience working with children your familiarity with Dungeons & Dragons or other tabletop games to

Minimum Qualifications:

- Enrolled in a Bachelors program in Art Education Fine Arts or a related field.
- Teaching experience preferably with elementary-level students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in curriculum development.
- At least 1 year of teaching experience preferably with elementary-level students.
- Strong background in Dungeons & Dragons and Art.

- Compensation: $36 per hour.
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation.
- Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your expertise with creative teaching methodologies.

Required Experience:

Junior IC