After School Teacher Grade 1

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• Job : 5975601
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Reports to: Director of Auxiliary Programs

Classification: Part Time, Non-exempt

Oversees: N/A

Scope of Work: Responsible for all aspects of students’ classroom experience in After School

• Teaching experience with children in a school or camp setting
• Understanding of multi-age learning environments
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment and committed to embracing differences and valuing multiple perspectives

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent credits toward a Bachelor’s Degree (not required for Assistant Teacher)
• Clear CORI and MA fingerprinting
• Previous work with children preferred

The After School Teacher is responsible for providing an inviting and safe Extended Day program experience using a full array of sports equipment, games and craft supplies. She/he also ensures that students have good choices for activities each day. Working in our Upper School with grades 1-8. Hours are Monday-Friday 2:30pm-5:45pm. For the 26-27 school year.

Educational Program & Student Services:

• Lead engaging hands-on lessons in collaboration with other Extended Day Teachers and the Administrative Coordinator
• Prepare an environment in which furnishings, materials, and activities are developmentally appropriate and correspond to the needs of the children
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each student by creating a safe and engaging classroom
• Set clear expectations for responsibilities and routines
• Recognize when students are not participating as expected and communicate this to the Assistant Head of School for collaboration and follow-up
• Answer door and instruct parents where their child is during pick up
• Answer after school phone if parent phone calls come in regarding late pick up, etc.
• Double check building to ensure building is locked and secured for the evening
• Train and supervise children regarding emergency practices such as fire drills

Constituent Relations:

• Build productive relationships with parents through positive communication
• Build collaborative relationships with other faculty and administrative staff

Administration:

• Monitor student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and communicating attendance issues with the Director of Auxiliary Programs.
• Learn FACTS SIS and other software the school uses to hold student information.
• Work collaboratively with administration to address concerns regarding students, parents and staff
• Report all accidents/ incidents to administration and complete accident forms as needed
• Attend all mandatory events

School Culture

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional ethics
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Montessori Education by modeling the Montessori values of grace and courtesy, respect and responsibility in visible daily actions
• Demonstrate commitment to competent communications and conflict resolution efforts across the school community
• Protect the privacy and confidentiality of each student, parent and colleague

Professional Development

• Attend in-service training as provided by Riverbend School

Other

• Take on duties as assigned

It is expected that all staff will function as self-directed members in a team effort. All performances should meet appropriate professional standards and adhere to the philosophy and mission of Riverbend School.

Mobility & Engagement:
Frequently moving about the campus to follow the school…