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Afterschool Poetry Instructor
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New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Amazing Athletes
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development, Academic -
Creative Arts/Media
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York
We are seeking a thoughtful and imaginative Poetry & Creative Writing Instructor for our after school program at PS166! This position is perfect for someone who believes in the power of words and wants to help K-5 students express themselves through poetry, journaling, and creative storytelling.
Key Responsibilities- Lead fun and accessible poetry and writing activities tailored for young learners
- Encourage students to explore rhyme, rhythm, and voice while building confidence as writers
- Plan creative prompts and group sharing circles that invite self-expression
- Help students create poetry books, zines, or presentations to proudly share with families
- Collaborate with admin and complete all digital reporting tasks
- Experience working with students, preferably elementary age
- Strong background in creative writing, poetry, or literature
- Experience teaching or mentoring children in writing
- Encouraging, warm, and full of creative ideas
- Great classroom presence and ability to inspire budding writers
- Day:
Thursday & Friday (part-time availability) - Time: 2:40 PM - 5:40 PM (broken into two sessions: early session 2:40 PM-4:20 PM and late session 4:20 PM-5:40 PM)
- Season begins September 4th, however we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2025-26 school year
- PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology
- 132 W. 89th Street, New York, NY 10024
Join our team and make a positive impact on the youth! We look forward to receiving your application.
Minimum Qualifications- Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or a related field
- Strong creative writing or poetry background
- Experience working with children in an educational or mentoring capacity
- Ability to create and guide age-appropriate writing prompts
- Enthusiastic, supportive, and creative teaching style
- Experience in curriculum development
- Experience leading writing workshops based classes for youth
- Passion for youth storytelling and community-based writing
- Compensation: $30-35 per hour, depending on experience
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation
- Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment
- Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your expertise with creative teaching methodologies
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