Afterschool Teacher

About This Role

Join our amazing team that is dedicated to student success! This position is in our afterschool enrichment program with a need for flexibility Monday through Friday. Typical hours are 12:00-6 pm or 2:30 to 6:00 PM. The candidate can also work during school breaks to assist with full day camps and substitute. This enrichment position is ideal for retired educators, college students, and those who enjoy assisting with homework, planning activities, and understanding the importance of building healthy student relationships. Join a school where your calling becomes your career.

What You'll Do

• Academic Support: Assist students with homework, assignments, and school projects in a variety of subjects. Help students reinforce and practice what they have learned during the school day.
• Activity Planning and Leadership: Plan, organize, and lead engaging enrichment activities such as arts and crafts, games, sports, music, and STEM projects. Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs and interests of different age groups. Encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork through structured activities.
• Supervision and Safety: Maintain a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable and secure. Supervise children during activities, transitions, and breaks to ensure their well-being. Enforce rules of conduct and address any behavioral concerns, ensuring positive and respectful interactions among students.
• Communication: Establish positive relationships with students, fostering an environment of trust and respect. Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff members regarding student progress, needs, and activities. Provide regular updates to parents about their child’s involvement in afterschool programs, including academic achievements or behavioral issues.

Requirements

• Education: Some college coursework is preferred, with a concentration in education, child development, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting is preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with children in a positive, patient, and supportive manner.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to plan and lead activities.
• Ability to manage a classroom or group of children, ensuring a positive and safe environment.
• Creative thinking and flexibility to adapt activities to students’ interests and needs.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check and obtain any necessary certifications (e.g., CPR, First Aid).
• 20 hours of annual training as directed by the Center Director.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to engage in physical activities, including playing games, helping students with crafts, or assisting in outdoor activities.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, if necessary (e.g., helping students with bags or moving materials).
• This position requires working with children in a classroom or activity space, both indoors and outdoors.

Nice To Haves

• Any special talents like playing an instrument, technology, coding, arts and crafts, agriculture, or health are great areas of interest to share.
• Technology skills are a plus.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive salary
• 401K if you are full time and over 32 hours per week
• Flexible schedule
• Great teachers to collaborate with
• Salary based on experience and certifications

About Us

About Peachtree Academy Peachtree Academy is a state-of-the-art private Christian school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement. At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students. Our students regularly compete in a variety of academic events, including Math Olympics, Creative Writing competitions, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We also offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.

About Peachtree Prep, Our Early Childhood Division

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement the curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.