Preschool Afterschool Counselor

Position: Preschool After school Counselor (1-year olds)
Description

We're hiring an After School Preschool Counselor to support our youngest learners!

Job title:

After School Counselor - Ones

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 2:45-6:00 PM

Compensation: $20/hour

About the Role

As the After School Counselor for our 1s program, you will provide a warm, nurturing, and

structured environment for young learners. This role requires an intuitive, hands-on approach

and the ability to support each child's needs with confidence and care. You will supervise and

lead age-appropriate activities, create a calm and joyful atmosphere, and ensure every child

feels seen, safe, and supported during the afternoon hours.

What You'll Do

* Lead and supervise a small group of children during after school programming.

* Maintain a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment tailored to the age group.

* Prepare and guide simple activities such as sensory play, music, and movement.

* Help children with transitions such as handwashing, toileting, or diapering (if applicable).

* Maintain a clean, organized classroom space and tidy materials.

* Use the Brightwheel app to share updates and photos with families.

* Support children's emotional needs with gentle language and modeling.

* Collaborate with classroom teachers and the Auxiliary Director as needed.

* Oversee dismissal and ensure smooth handoff to caregivers.

* Assist with diapering and communicate toileting needs clearly.

* Create a soothing, predictable routine for toddlers who may be new to separation.

* Provide extra support and redirection for emerging language and motor skills.

What We're Looking For

* Proactive and confident with young children.

* Tuned into children's needs and able to work with minimal direction.

* Patient, flexible, and comfortable managing separation emotions.

* Responsible, punctual, and communicative with colleagues and families.

* Experience working in a school, daycare, or early childhood setting (at least 1 year).

* Preferred but not required:
Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin, familiarity with Montessori approach.

If you're passionate about nurturing young learners and want to work in a joyful, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

* 1 year experience working with infants and toddlers in a group setting (eg. classroom, camp, enrichment class)

* Mandated Reporter, First Aid, CPR certified & MAT trained preferred

* Must be authorized to work in the United States

* Able to teach in Spanish or Mandarin a plus