After School Magic Instructor

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Magic Instructor for our afterschool program! This position offers the opportunity to share the art of magic with Kindergarten through 5th grade students while helping build confidence, creativity, presentation skills, and problem-solving abilities. We are looking for individuals who have experience performing magic, teaching magic tricks, or working in youth enrichment programs and can create a fun, interactive learning environment where students are excited to learn and perform.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage and motivate students during magic lessons and activities.
• Develop and lead an age-appropriate magic curriculum for elementary-aged students.
• Teach magic tricks, sleight-of-hand techniques, performance skills, and showmanship.
• Create lesson plans that encourage creativity, confidence, and public speaking.
• Prepare students for an end-of-semester showcase/performance!
• Collaborate with site administration to manage student behavior and classroom expectations.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding student and program-related matters.
• Utilize company-wide digital platforms to perform administrative tasks (attendance, incident reports, etc.).
• Maintain organization and accountability of program materials and supplies.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and fun learning environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; college students and graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience teaching, coaching, performing, or working with elementary-aged children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate young learners.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching magic classes or performing professionally.
• Experience developing enrichment curricula.
• At least one year of experience working with elementary-aged students.
• Background in theater, performance arts, public speaking, or related fields.

Benefits

• Lead Instructor Compensation: $50-55/hour
• Assistant Instructor Compensation: $35/hour
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering children through creativity and confidence-building.
• Grow professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Make a meaningful impact while sharing a unique and exciting skill with students.

Schedule

Days: Wednesdays & Thursdays
Hours: Approximately 2:40 PM – 5:40 PM
Candidates may be scheduled as either a Lead Instructor or Assistant Instructor based on program needs.
We are seeking candidates who can commit to the entire 2026–2027 school year.