Enrichment Teacher

Health/ PE Enrichment Teacher BASES (Before and After School Extended Services)

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents. A continuing commitment to quality and excellence is our standard of performance.

EdAdvance has over 600 employees with facility locations in Litchfield, Danbury, Plymouth, and Torrington.

Position:
Health/ PE Enrichment Teacher BASES (Before and After School Extended Services)

Location:

Newtown and New Fairfield BASES Sites

Hours:

4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 1 hour onsite daily plus 3 hours off-site planning time weekly = 8 hours per week

EdAdvance is seeking a certified Elementary School Teacher for our BASES (Before and After School Extended Services) After School Program in Newtown and New Fairfield. The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional, with proven experience working with elementary-aged children. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to design and lead engaging physical activities for students in grades K-5.

Operating as the PE Enrichment Teacher, you will develop programming for after-school hours (4:00-5:00pm) under the direct supervision of the BASES Administrative Team.

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the Site Coordinator and BASES Administrative Team on timelines and activities to meet grant requirements
• Supervise children and provide a safe, welcoming environment
• Understand, follow, and maintain all licensing regulations set by the state of CT Office of Early Childhood
• Maintain positive relationships with families, children, and school personnel
• Implement grant-funded physical education and SEL enrichment within existing after school program
• Align state standards for literacy curriculum between district and after school program
• Attend mandatory meetings as scheduled (usually evenings)
• Assist with data collection as required by the grant
• Other duties as may be assigned

Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position.

Valid Connecticut Teacher Certification Required

Bachelor's Degree in education required, PE focus preferred

Proven experience working with elementary school-aged children

High degree of energy and enthusiasm for working in a well rounded after school program setting

Knowledge of Child Development

Awareness of Age-Appropriate curriculum activities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand for the entire shift and move through program space (indoor and outdoor) with students.

Application Procedure:
Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance's employment page and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.