Assistant Teacher - Summer Rising

Responsibilities

• Work with the lead teacher to implement hands-on, multi-sensory, and project-based lessons and activities to children, which are provided in the context of academically stimulating lessons based on the thematic curriculum.
• Submit lesson plans to the program site director and Education Specialist for approval according to submission schedule.
• Work with the lead teacher to plan lessons related to field trips and help provide supervision to students during field trips.
• Participate in curriculum and other professional development trainings as required.
• Working under the supervision of the lead teacher and site director, use creative / innovative teaching strategies that enhance and encourage an increase in literacy skills, social-emotional learning, and STEAM.
• Work with the lead teacher to develop and plan culminating event activities that will showcase learning and creativity.
• Engage and communicate with parents and families as required by the site director.
• Provided effective supervision to 20 students during classroom activities and transitions.
• Monitor authorized parent / guardian pick up of children.
• Assist the lead teacher with preparation of activities and materials for the daily schedule.
• Participate in agency-wide groups and meetings as required
• Assist with development of funding proposals as needed
• Other tasks as may be required.

Qualifications Required

• A High School Diploma required. Some college preferred.
• Experience working with youth in an afterschool or summer camp environment.
• Must be flexible to work across all afterschool programs to provide coverage when needed.
• Must enjoy working with children and able to pass a background check with NYC and NYS Department of Health and NYC Department of Education

Qualifications Preferred

• Current or former assistant teacher.
• Background in STEAM, visual, performing arts or sports coaching a plus.
• Computer savvy in applications, video conferencing, and responding to emails.