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Assistant After School Teacher

Bitty City Players
Date Posted: 07/16/2018
Location: Brooklyn, New York
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Description:

Are you the next Bitty City Players Assistant Afterschool Teacher?

  • You are passionate about the education of young children (ages 3-7).
  • You are knowledgeable about children’s needs, challenges, and development.
  • You are a collaborative and flexible team member and an excellent communicator.
  • You are patient, kind, curious and a quick learner.
  • You are organized, reliable, and motivated.

If this describes you...Bitty City Players is looking for you! Come join us! This is a part-time position with competitive pay and flexible scheduling, located at a school site in the Vinegar Hill/Dumbo area of Brooklyn, NY.

You will be working in a supportive environment with a diverse group of children. This is a pilot program and we value your input. Bitty City Players cultivates young minds through fun, innovative, and active learning. From theater games to scientific exploration to sensory play, our dynamic classes stimulate the imagination, promote teamwork, and develop problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure safety and well-being of students and encourage active participation during outdoor and indoor play, meals, and enrichment class time.
  • Assist Lead Teachers in the preparation and implementation of lessons and activities.
  • You will have opportunities to plan and lead your own lessons as well, if you wish to.
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness of afterschool room and activity areas.
  • Build positive relationships with the students in your care, and foster friendships, social-emotional awareness, and problem-solving among children.
  • Collaborate with other afterschool team members, including Executive Director, Site Director, Lead Teachers, and fellow Assistant Teachers.
  • Follow regulations and procedures outlined in Bitty City Players Handbook and during training and orientation.
  • Attend and actively participate in all training sessions and scheduled meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Site Director. ​

Position can be tailored to accommodate teachers’ preferences and strengths. We want to create a caring and cohesive team which enables everyone to do their best work!

Qualifications:

  • See Criteria outlined at top of post
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferably in relevant field such as Early Childhood Education.
  • Training & experience in care and education of children ages 3-7.
  • Training & experience involving children with special needs is a plus.

If you are interested in leading lessons, you must have documented proficiency teaching one or more of the following subjects to young children: music, theater, visual art, yoga, dance, natural science, basic engineering principles, literacy or math readiness, mindfulness, SEL

Application Instructions:

To apply, please send your resume to caroline@bittycityplayers.com with an explanation of what draws you to the position. Highlight which elements of your experience, skills, and background would make you a good fit for the job. After an initial phone call, please be prepared to provide references, and, if you are interested in leading lessons, a sample lesson plan. Application deadline is August 15th, 2018.

Additional Information:

Schedule is flexible; availability 5 days a week is preferred but not required. The program runs 9/12/2018 thru 6/21/2019, Monday thru Friday, 2pm-6pm. We follow the NYC DOE calendar but will also provide programming during some school closures such as clerical days and certain religious holidays.

We are seeking candidates available for the full school year, but are willing to consider candidates with single-semester availability.

All staff, regardless of frequency of teaching, must be available for orientation and training on select dates in late August and early September, and for regular staff meetings throughout the school year.

Due to licensing requirements, if you have not already completed fingerprinting, background check, and health and safety training with the NYC DOE or DOH, you may need to do so upon accepting this position. We can provide guidance on this.


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