Kids' Club Afterschool Teacher (Oakland)

JCC East Bay • Oakland, CA

3d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The JCC East Bay is a welcoming home for people of all ages and life stages. Inspired by Jewish values, culture, and tradition, we build interpersonal relationships, foster learning and curiosity, and offer accessible pathways to Jewish life. The JCC’s core programs include early childhood education and preschool; camp and afterschool programs; teen engagement; older adult activities; intergenerational Jewish holiday celebrations; and ongoing opportunities to connect with Jewish life and our richly diverse community. The JCC East Bay operates from five locations: our full-service building in Berkeley, afterschool programs at Joaquin Miller Elementary, Thornhill Elementary, and Hintil Kuu Ca School in Oakland, and administrative offices on our soon to be flagship campus in Oakland. The Kids’ Club Afterschool Teacher will report directly to the Program Director and will be instrumental in the success of the JCC East Bay’s Afterschool Program at their school site. Teachers must be able to create a positive educational climate where students can learn and grow. Teachers will be responsible for preparing and implementing several weekly developmentally appropriate classes based on their personal passions and skills. The Kids’ Club Afterschool Teacher will work throughout the school year, from August until May, approximately 20-25 hours per week. Summer work is also available. We are looking for Lead, Assistant and Aide Kids' Club Afterschool Teachers.

Requirements

• 2+ years of childcare or equivalent experience.
• Must possess 48 college credits, and/or have passed or willing to pass the CA instructional assistant exam for educators
• Must have experience working with children grades K-5 and be able to plan appropriate activities for different age groups.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead a classroom of children.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to push/pull and lift/carry objects weighing 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit on floors and chairs, and to get up and down quickly.
• Ability to bend from knees and waist to help a child.
• Ability to maneuver in confined lavatories to aid children with toilet needs.
• Ability to respond without delay to the needs of young children.
• Regular and consistent attendance and ability to work a full shift; must be available Monday through Friday from 1:45pm-6pm and Wednesdays/Thursdays 12:00pm-6pm.
• Please submit a college transcript with your application to verify acceptable coursework.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children, including planning, preparation and implementation of programming for children in transitional kindergarten through fifth grade.
• Create instructional resources and curriculum that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Ability to lead and supervise children in a variety of activities, both structured and unstructured.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance.
• Mindful and aware of children’s needs to promote growth and foster curiosity.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary action when necessary.
• Assist with parent communication when necessary.
• Read and stay abreast of current topics in education.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Act as a positive and appropriate role model for children and fellow staff.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness during programming; assist in keeping all afterschool spaces organized and operational.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Assist with daily classroom pickups.
• Consistent attendance as an afterschool teacher is required as this role is a critical component in the success of the afterschool program.
• Commitment to the mission of the JCC East Bay and to learning about the Jewish community, values, and traditions.
• Commitment to anti-bias education.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, and holidays.
• The JCC East Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.
• JCC East Bay policy prohibits unlawful discrimination in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• The JCC East Bay complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities.
• If you require particular accommodations during the application and interview process, please inform us of your needs so that we can provide accordingly.
• Systemic inequities in hiring have caused women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, and others to apply to jobs only if they meet all of the qualifications.
• The JCC East Bay encourages you to apply anyway, as no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications.

What This Job Offers

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