After School Teacher - M-F, 3pm-6pm 2026-2027

Aspen Academy • Greenwood Village, CO

17m • $16 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Aspen Academy has an amazing opportunity for a part time Early Childhood Teacher for the remainder of the 26-27 School Year. If you thrive working with different age groups on the same day, planning and pivoting to meet the needs of various learners, and collaborating with a talented team, we want to meet you. Under the direction of the Extended Care Program Lead, the position provides after school care and programming for up to 45 students, ages 5-11. Start date is August 19, 2026 through June 4, 2027.

Requirements

• Minimum: high energy, passion for teaching great kids. 16-years or older.
• ECTs
• Excellent communication skills, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to use diplomacy and tact with community, staff and the general public.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Grant permission for a background check.
• Meet physical demands to perform essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Ability to work full-time, including occasional evenings and weekends; work in person/in the school building; speak for long periods of time. Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally life up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2+ years’ experience working in licensed child care programs.
• Bachelor’s Degree or some college level coursework, preferably in education, child development, etc.
• some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Keep attendance sheets accurate.
• Plan, implement and/or support appropriate games and activities.
• Develop and maintain a well-managed classroom where 100% of the students are engaged, challenged, and supported. Classroom policies should be consistent with school policies.
• Prepare and supervise snacks.
• Maintain clean, neat and presentable classrooms and play areas. Clean up and follow closing procedures each day.
• Keep Director and Extended Care Lead Teacher notified of problems and concerns occurring during extended care.
• Attend annual health and safety training classes.

Benefits

• No weekends or late nights.
• School Breaks Off (including Thanksgiving, Winter Break and Spring Break)
• Paid training leading to or supporting certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree