Fieldston After School Instructor

Job Summary

Ethical Culture Fieldston School is looking for qualified After School Instructors for our Fieldston Campus programs. We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality. We currently offer the following programs within our After-school program: Model UN, Lego Robotics, Science Olympiad, Coding, Art, Sports, Lower School Assistants. Do you have a niche, an expertise you would like to offer as a program for our Lower or Middle school students? We would love to hear about it! The applicant will have knowledge of any area/expertise listed above and the ability to teach in a school setting. Prior teaching experience is strongly preferred. This position is based on ECSF school calendar.

Responsibilities

• Create, plan and develop monthly parent engagement activities as appointed by site supervisor.
• Plan and submit lesson plans on a regular basis as required by site supervisor.
• Support youth development through academic, health and wellness, sports, or arts programming.
• Effectively develop a rapport with participants and parents, maintaining safety and confidentiality.
• Supervise participants during program hours, ensuring student safety and the development of positive relationships.
• Keep daily attendance records, attend regular supervision and participate in evaluation processes.
• Willingness to work extended hours when school is not in session (i.e. Winter Recess, Mid-Winter Recess, Spring Recess, etc.)
• Must adhere to agency, and site specific safety standards.
• Comply with city and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment, notify supervisor of any hazardous issues.
• Participate in professional development, including a pre-program training the last week of August, in addition to various trainings throughout the year.
• Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Must attend monthly staff meetings and project meetings.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• The instructor must have experience working with lower or middle school students.
• Some teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Google platform.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Respect to diversity.
• Ability to inspire and motivate.
• Must be available to work Monday through Friday during program hours as per campus requirements.
• CPR/First Aid Certifications or the ability to obtain one.
• Flexible team player, with the ability, and willingness to work with adolescents, staff, and families.
• Ability to be a mentor and be a resource to students, staff, families and embrace/foster cultural inclusiveness.
• Inspired through creativity and able to bring these talents to the work site.