JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

After-school Teacher Responsible To:

Site Director Location:

MRIS Adventure Club Hours Of Work:

Upon School Dismissal (2:15) until 6:00pm & other out of school times.

Job Summary:

An after-school teacher is responsible to the center director for the implementation and ongoing success of the center's program. Teachers are expected to work and relate on a day-to-day basis with all age groups at the center. All teachers are expected to be flexible, professional, and follow the guidelines outlined in the employee handbook.

Qualifications:

▪ Have A High School Diploma Or Equivalent ▪ Be At Least 18 Years Of Age ▪ Have Experience Working With Children ▪ Be Reliable And Conscientious In Carrying Out Assigned Duties ▪ Demonstrate A Patient And Loving Attitude Toward Children ▪ Be Flexible In Working With Children Of Different Ages ▪ Be Willing To Take Time To Interact With Children As Well As Supervise Them ▪ Be Healthy And Submit A Recent Health Assessment From A Medical Doctor ▪ Meet The Requirements Of The Law Pertaining To Convictions And Felonies Or Misdemeanors ▪ Willingness To Participate In Training Offer Throughout The Year ▪

Maintain Strict Confidentiality Regarding Our Children And Their Families Responsibilities:

▪ Know The Daily Schedule And Be Prepared For Each Activity ▪ Supervise Personnel Assigned To Assist With Daily Group Activities ▪ Prepare Activities Ahead Of Time In Case Of A Schedule Change Such As Rain ▪ Maintain A Clean And Orderly Physical Environment Conductive To The Growth And Development Of Children, And Use Equipment And Supplies Conscientiously, Returning Them To Their Proper Place ▪ Attend And Actively Contribute To Staff Meetings And Training Classes ▪ Relate To Children And Be Interested In What They Have To Say And What They Are Doing ▪ Make Sure That Children Are Never Left Alone ▪ Be Aware Of Dress Code Issues And Personal Conversations And How They Reflect On The School ▪ Keep Information About Children Confidential, Many Times What Is Said About A Child Comes Back To Parents Or School Personnel Reflecting Poorly On The Teacher ▪ Keep Children Safe At All Times ▪ Cooperate With Other School Staff And Parents ▪ Identify And Report Any major Problems To The Site Director For Proper Solution ▪ Always Speak To The Site Director Instead Of Going Directly To A Parent ▪ Interact With Children In A Manner That Clearly Conveys Love And Acceptance ▪

Respond To Children By Smiling, Praising, And Speaking In A Positive Tone Of Voice Qualities That We Look For In Our Staff:

▪ Warmth ▪ Confidence ▪ Communication With Children ▪ Sense Of Humor ▪ Communication Skills ▪ Creativity ▪ Patience ▪ Organizing Ability ▪ Sensitivity To Individuals ▪ Openness ▪ Maturity ▪ Ability To Control Situations ▪ Common Sense ▪ Nurturance ▪ Leadership ▪ Flexibility ▪ Energy And Enthusiasm ▪ Cooperation ▪ Willingness To Grow ▪ Commitment To Children ▪ Dependability ▪ Initiative ▪

Peer Relations Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$14.50 - $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person