Earthworks Afterschool Learning Guide
About The Position
The Earthworks Afterschool Learning Guide supports the Earthworks Afterschool Program Coordinator in delivering and improving a comprehensive, activity-based enrichment and academic support program at School 33. The role facilitates engaging activities, educational workshops, and group sessions aligned with the program’s environmental and academic objectives, helping create a positive, inclusive, hands-on learning environment for youth in grades K–6. Earthworks emphasizes connection to the outdoors through nature awareness, primitive skills, curiosity, community, and exploration of the natural world. Learning Guides help create nature-based programs, foster positive group energy, and keep youth safe and engaged, including through activities such as gathering resources, crafting tools, navigating landscapes, and playing games and challenges. This is a 10-month, part-time position, scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for 20 hours per week. The position reports directly to the Earthworks Afterschool Program Coordinator.
Requirements
- Enjoy outdoor education and have experience working in K–8 classrooms.
- Be able to multitask and coordinate with teachers, administrators, and other Earthworks staff.
- Be personable, reliable, engaged, and able to work well with school-aged students in fluctuating environments.
- Be autonomously mobile to provide the required services.
- Attend cultural competency workshops and trainings and continually enhance understanding of cultural diversity.
Nice To Haves
- CPR and first aid certifications; Wilderness first aid is also preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree, with preference for coursework in environmental sciences or environmental studies.
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, developing, and implementing afterschool program activities and services.
- Deliver interactive, nature-based educational activities that promote environmental awareness and academic growth.
- Facilitate group discussions, workshops, and enrichment sessions tailored to participating youth’s needs and interests.
- Support a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.
- Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and other staff to meet program goals and outcomes.
- Monitor and support student participation, behavior, and progress during activities.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, engagement, and feedback as required.
- Participate in ongoing staff training and development sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.
- Help craft nature-based programs, foster positive group energy, and keep children safe and engaged.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
