Academic Teacher- Elementary 21st Century
About The Position
Join the Henrico Education Foundation as an energetic Academic Teacher! We provide after-school enrichment to elementary-age children in Henrico County schools, focusing on engaging and empowering them through activities that support their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs. You will lead a designated group of children through a variety of engaging activities while developing positive and nurturing relationships. This role involves implementing lesson plans in K-5 English/Language Arts and Math, assisting with homework, and ensuring a high level of participation.
Requirements
- Meet the requirements of Program Leader as detailed in the Virginia Regulations for Licensed Child Day Centers
- 21 years of age or older
- College Degree: Associates or Bachelors Required
- Six months of programmatic experience with children
- Dependable
- Positive role model and excellent leadership
- Professional Knowledge of youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth
- Team player
- Communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to plan, organize, lead, and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Responsibilities
- Delivers program lesson plans in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the participants
- Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children
- Provides assistance with homework and encourages academic progress
- Engages all assigned children, ensuring a high level of participation in activities/lessons
- Develops appropriate relationships with children and families to better understand and meet the needs of individual children
- Ensures the safety of children in assigned group
- Provides active and attentive supervision, staying alert at all times
- Provide regular feedback to Center Directors and Director of Curriculum regarding student academic and behavior needs
- Adheres to the Out of School Time Program policies and procedures
Benefits
- 10-15 hours per week
- No weekends
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
