Assistant Teacher Afterschool - PS

Position Summary

Compass programs provide after-school learning opportunities to elementary school children. During the school year, we offer homework help, enrichment programs and STEAM/SEL activities from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. We are open and run holiday camps from 8 am-6 pm for 13 days per school year when DOE is closed, and throughout the summer. These positions are based at a central school but expected to float across various schools as needed for coverage.

• Work with the lead teacher to implement hands-on, multi-sensory, and project-based lessons and activities to children, which are provided in the context of academically stimulating lessons based on the thematic curriculum.
• Submit lesson plans to the program site director and Education Specialist for approval according to submission schedule.
• Work with the lead teacher to plan lessons related to field trips and help provide supervision to students during field trips.
• Participate in curriculum and other professional development trainings as required.
• Using creative/innovative teaching strategies that enhance and encourage an increase in literacy skills, social-emotional learning, and STEAM under the supervision of the lead teacher and site director.
• Work with the lead teacher to develop and plan culminating event activities that will showcase learning and creativity.
• Engage and communicate with parents and families as required by the site director.
• Provide effective supervision for up to 20 students during classroom activities and transitions.
• Monitor authorized parent/guardian pick-up of children.
• Assist the lead teacher with preparation of activities and materials for the daily schedule.
• Participate in agency-wide groups and meetings as required.
• Assist with development of funding proposals as needed.
• Other tasks as may be required.

• High School Diploma required. Some college preferred.
• Experience working with youth in an after-school or summer camp environment.
• Must be flexible to work across all after-school programs to provide coverage when needed.
• Must enjoy working with children.
• Current or former assistant teacher preferred.
• Background in STEAM, visual, performing arts or sports coaching a plus.
• Computer savvy in applications, video conferencing, and responding to emails preferred.

Location: PS 21 - Crispus Attucks Elementary School, 180 Chauncey Street, 11233

Salary Range: $20.00/hour - $20.00/hour

Hours: Part Time - Hourly;
During the school year - Monday - Friday 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Holiday camp from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm for 13 days per school year when DOE is closed.

Fully in-person, no remote work offered

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities