Elementary After-School Instructor

The University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

7d • 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 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The instructor works in an after-school or before-school program designed to help at-risk students build resiliency, improve academic skills, and develop social skills. Instructors work with CFL staff to foster a safe, effective, and supportive school community. They use positive techniques to guide children’s and youths’ behavior and encourage positive interactions.

Activities and curriculum are hands-on and research-based, and reflect the interests and needs of children, families, the community, and the school. Programming may include academic skill development, recreation and outdoor play, service-learning projects, art and creative expression, exploration of interests and talents, teamwork, positive character development, and leadership skills. The role is an off-campus work-study position at elementary schools throughout the Albuquerque metro area. A work-study award is required. The schedule is 15–18 hours per week, with afternoon program availability from 2–6 p.m.; specific times vary by site and will be discussed during the interview.

Requirements

• Must have a Work-Study Award.
• Must be available for afternoon programming from 2–6 p.m.; the specific schedule varies by site.
• Must be willing to act as an effective member of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to conduct professional and considerate interactions are required.
• Submit a resume and cover letter.
• Background check 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with children, primarily in kindergarten through fifth grade, in an after-school or before-school program.
• Help students build resiliency, improve academic skills, and develop social skills.
• Work with CFL staff to create a safe and effective school community.
• Use positive techniques to guide children’s and youths’ behavior and encourage positive interactions.
• Support hands-on, research-based activities and curriculum, including academic development, recreation, outdoor play, service-learning, creative expression, teamwork, character development, and leadership.

What This Job Offers

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