We are hiring in Hawthorne NY! Join us at Easterseals for an exciting career as an After School Instructor at $17/hr. 

 

Mission: Easterseals New York's mission is to spread help, hope and answers www.Easterseals.com/newyork.

Easterseals New York operates programs that enable those with special needs to achieve equality, dignity, and independence in their own communities. It provides exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities. We change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day. Easterseals has been an American Institution since 1919.

Job Title: After School Instructor

Location: Valhalla, NY

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Part-Time

 

Position Summary:

The After School Instructor will work with school age students after school hours to create a safe, nurturing, fun-filled environment while creating and engaging in age appropriate activities and homework assistance. The After School Instructor is expected to follow all OCFS regulations, create a positive atmosphere while collaborating with other instructors and program coodrinator.

Essential Job Functions:

Generate age-appropriate lesson plans for each area of instruction. Administer direct supervision of children at Easter Seals. Ensure safety and promote active learning through age-appropriate activities and play. Setup appropriate study group homework incentives. Supervise children utilizing appropriate Agency guidelines. Maintain daily attendance records for all enrolled children. Maintain appropriate and professional relationship with parents. Maintain appropriate activity supplies and recreational equipment. Provide accurate Incident Reports records. Attend required staff meetings and maintain required in-service training hours. Help develop and implement weekly rotational schedules for student activities. Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. 

Education and Experience:

Associates degree in Child Development, Recreation or related field or High School Diploma or Equivalent and two year(s) direct experience working with children under 13 years of age. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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