Afterschool Teacher

Palo Alto Community Child Care•Palo Alto, CA

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Afterschool Teacher to join our team at Palo Alto Community Child Care. As an Afterschool Teacher, you will be responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for children after school hours. You will be responsible for planning and implementing age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. Additionally, the Afterschool Teacher will be responsible for maintaining open communication with parents and guardians to ensure the well-being of each child.

Requirements

Completion of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or School-Age Relevant units, such as Core units (Child Development; Child, Family, Community; Curriculum), Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, Recreation, Arts, Music, Physical Education
Experience working with children in a group setting
Ability to pass a background check
Must be vaccinated for measles and pertussis; must obtain annual flu vaccine or provide a signed declination form; must be tested for TB upon hire.
Must complete a pre-employment physical.
Must complete and pass a fingerprint background clearance check.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Experience working with diverse populations
Experience working with children with special needs

Responsibilities

Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development
Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children after school hours
Maintain open communication with parents and guardians to ensure the well-being of each child
Supervise and assist children with homework and other academic activities
Ensure that all children are picked up by authorized individuals
Able to observe, see, hear and respond to children's needs in all areas of Center grounds and during off-site excursions.
Able to safely lift 30 pounds from floor to waist level 10 to 15 times per day.
Able to respond to a child's needs 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person's health.