Elementary After-School Instructor

University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Community For Learning (CFL) Project SEAL provides social, emotional, and academic after-school and summer programs in ten Albuquerque school communities, primarily serving children in kindergarten through fifth grade. This off-campus work-study position is located at elementary schools throughout the Albuquerque metro area and requires a Work-Study Award.

Instructors support programs designed to help at-risk students build resiliency, improve academic skills, and develop social skills. They work with CFL staff to create a safe, educated, effective, and empowered school community. Staff use positive techniques to guide children’s and youths’ behavior and encourage positive interactions. Hands-on, research-based activities and curriculum reflect the wants and needs of children, families, the community, and the school.

Programs offer opportunities to build academic skills; participate in recreation and outdoor play and service-learning projects; express creativity through art; explore interests and talents; practice teamwork; develop positive character traits; and build leadership skills. The schedule is 15–18 hours per week, with availability for afternoon programming between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Exact times vary by site and will be discussed during the interview.

Requirements

• Must have a Work-Study Award.
• Must be available for afternoon programming between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.; site schedules vary.
• Must be willing to act as an effective member of a team.
• Submit a resume and cover letter.
• A background check is required.

Nice To Haves

• Hardworking, caring, responsible, and eager to work with children and their families.
• Experience working with children and the community is helpful.
• Fluent Spanish or ASL speakers are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to conduct professional and considerate interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support after-school and before-school programming for elementary students, primarily in kindergarten through fifth grade.
• Help students build resiliency, academic skills, and social skills.
• Work with CFL staff to create a safe and supportive school community.
• Use positive techniques to guide children’s and youths’ behavior and encourage positive interactions.
• Participate in hands-on, research-based activities and curriculum, including academic activities, recreation, outdoor play, service learning, art, teamwork, and leadership development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed