What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Enrichment Teacher position at Snapology?
Lead and Assistant Teaching/Instructing opportunities available for after school programs weekdays between 2:00 - 6:00 in the Smyrna/Vinings area.
Snapology is one of the best Children's Enrichment programs in the country! You’ll love our core values and curriculum. Snapology’s approach is based on proven research that children’s best learning experiences come from actively creating, designing, interacting and inventing. If you love working with kids and want to encourage their love of all things STEM (LEGO building, robotics, engineering, science, art, etc.), then we'd like to meet you!
Position:
The primary focus of a Snapology STEM Instructor will be to teach Snapology programs. Instructor's are asked to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while educating students on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) concepts.
Programs are conducted for children ages Pre-K through 5th grade. This role requires internal collaboration and communication with Snapology leadership as well as representing the Snapology organization to partners, parents & children with a high degree of professionalism with partner schools and community centers.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead groups of students through Snapology curriculum-guided activities
- Follow all Snapology lesson plans & activities. Each class is fully prepared for each instructor - no lesson plan creation needed! All materials, lesson plans, & paid training is provided.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
- Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
- Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of Snapology
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies
- Adequately prepare for each program by reading curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions
- Handle inquiries from parents regarding Snapology programs
- Participate in periodic Snapology training & staff meetings, as required
Qualifications:
- Criminal and Child Clearances including background checks and fingerprint scanning required
- Experience working with children in a classroom or camp environment
- Education degree or teaching experience, students pursuing a degree in education with classroom experience may also be considered for this position
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
- Reliable transportation to and from job and training sites.
Programs
- Ongoing weekday after-school classes
- Additional opportunities exist for in-school enrichment and field trips, weekend workshops and/or birthday parties, and school break camps
- We have both Lead Instructor and Assistant positions open
This position is part-time. Depending on candidate availability and the time of year, Snapology Instructors typically work between 10 - 20 hours per week.
Territory:
- Smyrna/ Vinings area
- Additional opportunities may extent to Mableton and Marietta
'Work Remotely No
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
Snapology Instructors follow current local and/or partner facility safety guidelines which could include wearing masks, whether vaccinated or not. Flexibility in adjusting to a changing environment is required.
Application Question(s):
- How may years of experience do you have teaching/instructing children ages 3-6 in a classroom or camp setting?
- Do you have reliable, personal transportation to carry classroom supplies and commute to locations in Smyrna/ Vinings general area?
- How may years of experience do you have teaching/instructing children ages 7-12 in a classroom or camp setting?
Experience:
- Teaching/Instructing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations
