HUB (Afterschool) Art Teacher

The Hamlin School•San Francisco, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

HUB is Hamlin’s afterschool care program, standing for “Hang out, Unwind, Belong.” The HUB program aims to make each student feel welcomed, nourished, and engaged through a mix of structured and unstructured activities. Students can choose from various options like outdoor play, homework assistance, art activities, or quiet reading/gaming. The program typically serves 60-100 students daily and is characterized by its busy, lively, and energetic atmosphere. The ideal candidate will possess the energy to match the students and program dynamics.

Requirements

Working towards or possesses a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Passion for and prior experience working with children.
Desire and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Enthusiasm, creativity, warmth, patience, and flexibility.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with staff, students, and parents.
Ability to problem-solve and resolve conflicts.
Reliability and commitment to a consistent weekly schedule; demonstrated ability to arrive prepared and on time.

Nice To Haves

Can work some full days for school break camps (including November 23rd-24th and March 25th-26th).
Optional additional hours available: substitute teaching during the school day as well as working special events.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead daily art projects for 15-25 students in grades K-4.
Monitor students’ use of supplies, providing appropriate support and intervention.
Promote and facilitate compliance with Hamlin health and safety guidelines.
Prepare the HUB art room with supplies and equipment for daily programming.
Arrive prepared with a weekly curriculum for drop-in student art projects (flexible and subject to change).
Oversee the organization of art supplies, monitor inventory levels, and order or prepare shopping lists for material resupply.
Provide general supervision of K-4 students in the art room and on the playground during the 30-minute sign-in window after school dismissal.
Step in when needed to supervise students in indoor and outdoor play spaces.
Work proactively with students to assist individual and group needs.
Manage classroom environment and support conflict resolution as needed.
Assist with snack and general daily programming goals.
Interact with families during student pick-up times.
Maintain a clean and organized working environment.
Communicate and coordinate with the Extended Day team, providing support as needed.
Meet periodically with supervisor for evaluation and feedback.
Advocate for the goals of the afterschool program and the school.
Model and promote the Hamlin Creed: Compassion, Courage, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility.
Create an environment of balance: structured and unstructured choices, work and play.