Afterschool Teacher

About the Organization

It is PACCC’s mission to serve as many families as possible and help build the future of our community through its most precious asset – the children. Since 1974, PACCC has pursued its non-profit mission of providing exceptional education and care for Palo Alto’s children, regardless of a family’s financial circumstances. Over one-third of enrollment spots are designated for financial assistance through partnerships and PACCC’s own fundraising efforts.

PACCC hires teachers with the educational qualifications, knowledge, and professional commitment necessary to promote children’s learning and development, and to support families’ diverse needs and interests. The organization provides ongoing professional development and trainings for staff to enhance their skills and curriculum approaches.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Afterschool Teachers to join our team at Palo Alto Community Child Care. As an Afterschool Teacher, you will provide a safe and nurturing environment for children after school hours, plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development, and maintain open communication with parents and guardians.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children after school hours
• Maintain open communication with parents and guardians to ensure the well-being of each child
• Supervise and assist children with homework and other academic activities
• Ensure that all children are picked up by authorized individuals
• Able to observe, see, hear, and respond to children's needs in all areas of Center grounds and during off-site excursions
• Able to safely lift 30 pounds from floor to waist level 10 to 15 times per day
• Able to respond to a child's needs 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person's health

Requirements

• Completion of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or School-Age relevant units (e.g., Core units such as Child Development; Child, Family, Community; Curriculum), Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, Recreation, Arts, Music, or Physical Education
• Experience working with children in a group setting
• Ability to pass a background check
• Must be vaccinated for measles and pertussis; must obtain annual flu vaccine or provide a signed declination form; must be tested for TB upon hire
• Must complete a pre-employment physical
• Must complete and pass a fingerprint background clearance check

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience working with children with special needs

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Strong understanding of child development
• Ability to adapt activities to meet the needs of each child
• Passion for working with children and commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment

Schedule

Part-time shift of 4-5 hours per day between the hours of 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, with occasional full days. 20-25 hours per week.

Pay

Hourly wage: $25.26 - $28.40

Benefits

Full benefits included.