After School Program Instructor

Distinctive Schools•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The After School Program Instructor works in collaboration with the Community Schools Coordinator to ensure the program meets the needs of students and families on campus by providing a safe, joyful, and developmentally appropriate environment. The position is based at CICS Irving Park in Chicago, Illinois, and follows a set schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The hourly rate starts at $20.00.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Have experience working with children ages 4–12.
Be able to commit to a set schedule that varies infrequently and work it consistently.
Be able to work with students and adults from diverse backgrounds, academic profiles, and skill levels.
Possess good interpersonal and organizational skills.
Demonstrate responsibility, a desire to help others, discretion, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

Plan, facilitate, and supervise daily activities that are engaging and developmentally appropriate for students.
Collaborate with team members to plan and execute a dynamic daily programming schedule.
Set up and clean up after-school classrooms, the gym, and other shared spaces.
Comply with applicable compliance and licensure standards, including local, state, and national regulations.
Create, maintain, and model a safe and welcoming environment for students and families.
Communicate regularly with families to celebrate successes, identify challenges, and set individual student goals.
Document incidents and clearly communicate occurrences to school leadership and student caregivers.
Maintain systems to recognize, track, and celebrate positive behaviors and develop social-emotional skills in youth.
Maintain program records, including classroom attendance, meal counts, accident reports, and anecdotal notes about health, peer relationships, and individualized goals.
Report to and maintain consistent communication with the Community Schools Coordinator.
Perform other duties as assigned.