After School Teacher

Job Title: After School Teacher
📍 Location: The Art Farm NYC – New York, NY 10128
🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (12–20 hours per week; flexible days available)
💰 Pay: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour (based on credentials and experience)
📄 Position Type: Part-time September - January

Why Join The Art Farm NYC?

The Art Farm NYC is a unique children’s educational center that blends science, nature, and animal care to foster curiosity and responsibility in young minds. Home to a USDA-licensed indoor petting zoo featuring rabbits, chinchillas, guinea pigs, lizards, turtles, birds, insects, and more, we provide hands-on learning through classes, camps, after-school programs, and animal outreach. Join a passionate team where fun meets purpose and make a difference every day!

What We Offer:

• Engaging Work Environment – Work with animals and children in a creative, nature-inspired setting.

• Flexible Scheduling – Opportunities for part-time work with potential for expanded roles.

• Professional Growth – Gain valuable experience in early childhood education and enrichment programming.

• Supportive Team – Collaborate with passionate educators dedicated to making learning fun and meaningful.

Your Role as an After School Teacher:

As an After School Teacher, you will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children in Pre-K through Grade 5. You will lead group activities, facilitate hands-on learning experiences, and ensure the safety and well-being of all students in your care.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Classroom & Activity Management

• Lead small group activities in art, science, and cooking.

• Provide homework assistance, enrichment activities, and supervised free play.

• Maintain an organized, positive, and engaging classroom environment.

🔹 Student Safety & Supervision

• Monitor students during playground time, transitions, and dismissal.

• Ensure the safety and security of all children at all times.

• Address any behavioral concerns in collaboration with the Director.

🔹 Program Support

• Assist in implementing the daily program structure, including attendance, snack time, and physical activities.

• Complete required daily or weekly paperwork such as attendance logs and reports.

🔹 Other Duties as Assigned

• Contribute to a fun and dynamic after-school experience, supporting the mission of The Art Farm NYC.

What You Need to Succeed:

✔ Key Competencies:

• Energetic, organized, and nurturing with a team-oriented mindset.

• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

• Flexibility and positivity in a dynamic environment.

• Passion for teaching and learning through hands-on experiences, especially in nature and animal science.

✔ Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred for Lead Teacher roles.

• Experience with Pre-K/Kindergarten or Grades 1–5 students.

• Background in leading group activities, including art, science, or cooking.

Important Information:

🚨 The Art Farm NYC participates in E-Verify to confirm employment authorization. The E-Verify process is completed alongside the Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. For more details, visit and search "E-Verify."

📢 Apply Today!

Bring your energy, creativity, and love of teaching to The Art Farm NYC—where children learn, explore, and grow surrounded by nature and animals.