Before & After School Lead Teachers
About The Position
Leading Edge Before & After School Programs is hiring two Lead Teachers to join our teams at Giberson Elementary and Stratton Meadows Elementary in Colorado Springs School District 2. Our Lead Teachers help make before and after school a place kids genuinely want to be. You'll build relationships with students, lead games and enrichment activities, encourage creativity and confidence, and work alongside a team that cares about creating a safe, welcoming, and fun program. This is meaningful part-time work with an organization that values its people, invests in their development, and provides opportunities to grow into future leadership roles.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must meet, or be able to meet, Colorado State Child Care Licensing qualifications for a Lead Teacher
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable attendance and reliable transportation
- Comfortable using technology and web-based systems
- Ability to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment for students
- Candidates qualifying through experience must be able to provide verification from previous employer(s) documenting: A minimum of 455 verified hours working with school-age children, Dates of employment, Position(s) held, Age group(s) served, Employer signature and contact information
- Candidates qualifying through education may be asked to provide official transcripts.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with school-age children in education, licensed child care, recreation, camps, youth programs, or similar settings preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise and actively engage with school-age students
- Lead games, crafts, STEM projects, physical activities, and other enrichment experiences
- Build positive relationships with students and help create a strong sense of belonging
- Encourage teamwork, confidence, creativity, and positive behavior
- Assist students with homework and academic support as needed
- Work closely with your Site Director and fellow team members
- Communicate positively with families and school staff
- Support attendance, daily documentation, program setup, and organization
- Follow Colorado child care licensing requirements and Leading Edge policies
Benefits
- Paid sick leave in accordance with Colorado law
- Paid training and professional development
- Complimentary Calm Premium membership
- 100% tuition discount on eligible Leading Edge programs for employee children
- Perks at Work employee discount program
- Access to Aflac supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) eligibility after meeting plan requirements
- Opportunities for advancement and internal promotion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
