Preschool After School Teacher

Dwight School • New York, NY

5d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Dwight School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Clubhouse Teacher to join our Early Childhood team. Clubhouse is our extended-day program for children ages 3-5 years old, offering a joyful, engaging afternoon experience from 2:30–5:30 pm following our full-day preschool program. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about early childhood development and eager to create a warm, play-based environment.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree or educational qualification from an accredited college or university.
• At least one year of early childhood teaching experience in public/independent schools or other classroom environments.
• Ability to support the whole child, attending to social-emotional needs while fostering cognitive growth and foundational academic skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively as part of a teaching team, including sharing responsibilities, communicating openly, and problem-solving together.
• Patience, flexibility, and joyful engagement with young children.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including regular, professional communication with families.
• Display a commitment to diversity and create a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging in approach to teaching and learning, as they are recognized and valued by Dwight School.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate, play-based activities for children ages 3-5 years old, with attention to the unique needs of an afternoon program following a full day of school.
• Design and implement engaging learning centers and activities that reflect current best practices in early childhood education.
• Build warm, consistent relationships with children to support their social-emotional development, self-regulation, and sense of belonging.
• Collaborate closely with co-teachers and the Clubhouse team to plan activities, share observations, and maintain a consistent, positive classroom culture.
• Communicate professionally with families regarding their child's day and development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.
• Uphold school policies and licensing requirements at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree