Lead Teacher (Elem & Afterschool)

The Schoolhouse•South Burlington, VT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Schoolhouse is seeking a passionate, experienced Afterschool Lead Teacher for its five-star licensed afterschool program serving children in Kindergarten through 8th grade. This role is 13–14 hours per week during afterschool hours, with the option to combine with school-day responsibilities for up to 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate values play, relationships, and community, and will help create an inclusive environment where children feel seen, supported, and confident to explore and grow. This position is part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.

Requirements

Experience working with school-age children in afterschool, child care, school, camp, or similar settings
Strong communication and classroom management skills
Commitment to play-based learning and inclusive practices
Willingness to complete required Vermont licensing training
Background check and fingerprint clearance required
Maintain and renew CPR and First Aid certification
Obtain a bus driver endorsement within one year of being hired, unless exempted from this expectations by Supervisor or Head of School
Ensure personnel file is complete including copies of: signed contract, resume, teaching license (if applicable), up to date CPR and First Aid certifications, information about professional development and training hours (outside of school-provided in-service training)

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and facilitate engaging, play-based activities (art, STEM, outdoor play, games, creative projects)
Create a safe, inclusive environment that fosters independence, friendships, and belonging
Model respectful communication, empathy, and positive conflict resolution
Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Mentor assistant teachers and support a collaborative team culture
Maintain licensing standards and complete required professional development
Develop and promote each child’s positive self-image
Provide a stimulating learning environment that encourages curiosity, inquiry, exploration, autonomy and independence
Encourage exploration of how identity, and social and/or environmental justice, shape our world and connect the many areas of learning as part of a broad commitment to anti-racist and anti-bias education
Explicitly teach and support students in developing strong executive function, problem solving and communication skills
Develop, plan and implement age-appropriate activities and curriculum for a multi-age environment
Understand the needs of and differentiate instruction and activities for diverse learners including those with learning differences
Communicate concerns with supervisor and/or Head of School in a timely manner
Submit plans, records and reports as requested by Supervisor and/or Head of School
Afford colleagues, students and caregivers the opportunity to openly and honestly discuss concerns, differences and difficulties and seek meaningful resolution.
Seek support from one’s supervisor if needed.
Communicate effectively with caregivers who are partners in their student’s education
Inform the Afterschool Leadership Team and/or Head of School of concerns that arise in a timely fashion
Ensure student safety above all else and understand The Schoolhouse policies to ensure student and community safety
Be familiar with and abide by all pertinent licensing requirements
Track student attendance in the manner and format requested
Track hours and submit timesheets in the manner and timeline requested
Follow, teach and practice established safety procedures
Take responsibility for an orderly and neat facility and grounds
Ensure the proper use, maintenance and storage of school materials, equipment and property
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of School.