Community Schools Activity Leader - Temporary - Tues​/Thur

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ACTIVITY LEADER - TEMPORARY

Position Title: Temporary SUN Activity Leader
Reports To: SUN Site Manager
Location: Alder Elementary
Term: January 12th to March 6th, 2024 (Winter Term) – with additional training dates.
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. (Student hours) – part‑time, temporary.

Metropolitan Family Service (MFS) seeks an After school Activity Leader to design, plan, and teach engaging STEM and other enrichment classes for approximately 15 elementary‑grade students per session. The role includes supervising student safety, maintaining classroom rules, communicating with school staff, and ensuring a positive learning environment.

• Develop and teach age‑appropriate lessons aligned with academic and recreational themes.
• Supervise groups of 12–16 students during daily routines (meal time, recess, bathroom breaks, transitions).
• Record and submit daily attendance.
• Maintain classroom and school rules to ensure student safety.
• Communicate regularly with the SUN Site Manager about student progress, successes, and concerns.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and custodians.
• Adhere to school and agency policies, protect student confidentiality, and act within legal and ethical guidelines.

• Experience teaching children and creating lesson plans.
• Strong behavior management skills with elementary‑age children.
• Minimum 18 years of age and legally able to work in the United States (I‑9 documentation required).
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, creative, resourceful, and team‑oriented.
• Ability to work independently and ask questions for clarification.
• Enthusiasm for working in an inclusive environment with children of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus; basic English proficiency required.
• Must submit a criminal background check.

$18.00 per hour, varying with experience.

MFS is committed to building a diverse workforce and encourages candidates from communities of color, disability, LGBTQIA+, linguistically diverse populations, older adults, and military veterans to apply.

MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit a cover letter and resume, including the following:
- Your experience working with elementary‑age children.
- The types of after school classes you would be interested in teaching.
- Two professional references.

Applications lacking the required information will not be considered. No phone calls, please.