Activity Leader

Metropolitan Family Service•Beaverton, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Metropolitan Family Service is seeking a temporary, part-time CAFE Activity Leader to design, plan, and teach engaging afterschool activities at Greenway Elementary. Activities may include academic support, service-learning, sports and recreation, fine arts, STEM, and other high-interest themes. Class materials and supplies are provided, and classes generally serve groups of approximately 12–16 students organized by grade level. Under the general supervision of the CAFE Site Manager, the Activity Leader helps provide a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that recognizes each child’s potential. The role includes programmatic, organizational, and classroom duties and involves working directly with the Site Manager, principal, school staff, students, and families. The current term is Fall 2026, with the possibility of continuing in future school terms. Activities are not held on Beaverton School District no-school or early-release days.

Requirements

Experience teaching children and creating lesson plans.
Desire and ability to work with children and provide an enriching, positive, and safe setting.
Experience working with groups of elementary-age children and strong behavior-management skills.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be legally able to work in the United States; documentation is required for the I-9 form.
Basic English proficiency, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.
Must submit to a criminal background check.
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated, creative, and resourceful.
Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal communication skills.
Cooperative manner and ability to work as part of a team.
Willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion.
Demonstrate excitement about working with children.
Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions.
Demonstrate enthusiasm for working in an inclusive environment serving children of all backgrounds and abilities.

Nice To Haves

Spanish-speaking skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and teach engaging, age-appropriate lessons connected to academics, recreation, and/or the arts during afterschool hours.
Supervise groups of 12–16 students and maintain appropriate classroom decorum.
Supervise students during daily routines, including meals, recess, bathroom breaks, and class transitions.
Record and submit student attendance daily.
Maintain classroom and school rules to ensure student safety.
Communicate frequently with the CAFE Site Manager about individual student progress, successes, and concerns.
Keep the CAFE Site Manager informed about overall class development and support needs.
Maintain positive working relationships with students, families, school staff, and custodians.
Work within school and agency policies.
Protect student confidentiality.