After School Teacher

Job description

Who Are We? Town Square Academy is an established, state licensed center that is committed to investing in our staff and developing a caring, friendly community of educators and learners. It is our mission to grow independent and confident, compassionate individuals. Our dedication to creating a stimulating and enriching environment for students and teachers alike makes us an amazing place to work! # Afterschool Teacher | Part-Time **Towne Square Academy - Riverdale** 7597 Taylor Rd. Riverdale, GA 30274 **Pay:** $14.00 to $15.00 per hour **Schedule:** Monday through Friday, approximately 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM **Part-Time** ## Make Afternoons Matter Towne Square Academy - Riverdale is looking for an energetic, dependable, and engaging **Afterschool Teacher** to work with our school-age children, ages **7 to 13**. This is a great opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who enjoys working with older children and knows how to create an environment that is structured, positive, fun, and age-appropriate. Our school-age students need more than supervision after school. They need an educator who can build relationships, keep them engaged, establish expectations, and create a space where they can unwind, connect, learn, and enjoy the rest of their day. ## What You'll Do As an Afterschool Teacher, you will: - Supervise and engage children ages 7 to 13 during the afterschool program - Create a safe, structured, positive, and welcoming environment - Plan and lead age-appropriate games, activities, projects, and enrichment experiences - Support homework, reading, and other academic activities as appropriate - Build positive relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations and boundaries - Encourage teamwork, independence, responsibility, and positive peer relationships - Use positive guidance and age-appropriate behavior management strategies - Maintain active supervision and prioritize children's safety - Support afternoon snacks, transitions, and daily routines - Maintain a clean and organized program space - Communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and school leadership - Follow all school, health, safety, and applicable childcare requirements - Work collaboratively with the school team to create a positive experience for children and families ## What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who can connect with school-age children while providing the consistency and structure they need. ### Required Qualifications - **Must be at least 18 years old** - **High school diploma or GED** - **At least 2 years of childcare experience** - Experience working in a licensed childcare environment preferred - Ability to work **Monday through Friday, approximately 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM** - Ability to successfully complete required employment and background screening requirements - Dependable attendance and reliable transportation - Strong communication and relationship-building skills **No degree or additional certification is required for this position.** ## Who Will Thrive in This Role? You may be a great fit if you: - Genuinely enjoy working with older children - Bring energy and creativity to activities - Know how to be fun while maintaining structure - Can manage different personalities and age groups within the same program - Are patient, dependable, and consistent - Understand the importance of active supervision - Can redirect challenging behavior positively and professionally - Enjoy building relationships with children and families - Are looking for a consistent part-time afternoon schedule ## Compensation & Schedule **Pay:** $14.00 to $15.00 per hour **Schedule:** Monday through Friday Approximately **2:30 PM to 6:30 PM** **Employment Type:** Part-Time ## Why Join Towne Square Academy? At Towne Square Academy - Riverdale, every member of our team plays an important role in creating a safe and positive experience for children and families. This position is an opportunity to use your childcare experience while working a consistent afternoon schedule and making a meaningful impact on school-age children. ## Ready to Join Us? If you have **2 or more years of childcare experience**, enjoy working with children ages **7 to 13**, and are available weekday afternoons, we would love to meet you. **Apply today for our Part-Time Afterschool Teacher opportunity at Towne Square Academy - Riverdale.**