Kaleidoscope School Hiring for After School Teacher Job at Seattle, WA Full Time

Seeking a Part Time After School Group Teacher

We are seeking applicants for a teacher to work in our Afternoon M-F After School Program.

Start Date: January 3, 2023. Must be able to commit through June, 2023 (and longer is preferable!)

Hours: MTThF, 1:30-6:30, W 12:30-6:30

Note: The ideal candidates would also be available to sub in our morning classes as needed. This availability is not required.

Kaleidoscope School (located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle) believes in the power of positive relationships to foster learning, and seeks to know and support each child in the way that is just right for them. We seek to create a program where every child feels seen, respected, loved, and appreciated. We welcome all to our program, and are actively anti-racist, feminist, and inclusive of all. At Kaleidoscope School, “there is room for everyone to play!” We are looking to hire a teacher who shares these beliefs!

Job Description:

*Work to plan and set up activities for children enrolled in the classes you are teaching.

*Walk to the local elementary school to meet enrolled children, and bring them back to our center.

*Lovingly and enthusiastically carry out daily activities including playing, running around outdoors, art projects, reading, serving snack, etc.

*Communicate with supervisor and with parents about children’s progress, behaviors, mood, etc.

*Attend monthly staff meetings/trainings

*Daily clean up of the classroom (including enhanced sanitizing due to COVID)

Minimum Requirements:
*2+ years working with children 5-8 years old in group settings (those with Day camp and Resident Summer Camp counselor experience encouraged to apply for the After School Position!)
*Post-High School Education (or taking classes) in early childhood, education, recreation, or related fields. Ideal candidate has a certificate or degree in ECE or education.
*Great communication skills, with children and adults.
*Must be able to wear a mask all day (although we have not yet decided if this will be required in the 2022-23 school year)

Wages and Benefits:
*Pay starts at $22-$26/hour depending on experience and education. (Note: employees are paid one time per month, on the 4th of the month, by direct deposit)

*Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits paid in full by Kaleidoscope School (even for part-time employees).

*Opportunity to pay in to a Simple IRA, matched up to 3% by Kaleidoscope Schoo..

*Paid sick leave.

*5 weeks paid vacation per year (the weeks of the Seattle Public Schools’ Breaks—1 week in November, 2 weeks in late December, 1 week in February, 1 week in April.

*Paid days whenever school is closed for “snow days.”

*Opportunity to work, or not, during July and August of 2023 at our Summer Camps.

*Opportunity to enroll your own children in our program tuition-free.

About Kaleidoscope School:
Kaleidoscope School is a highly thought of and well respected program in the Magnolia neighborhood. We were founded 25 years ago, and currently serve children ages 2-8. We believe that all learning happens in the context of a relationship, and value the relationships we build with children and their families. We feel that our most important mission is to protect children’s time to PLAY, and do not believe in the “pushing down” of academics to early childhood. We focus daily on social and emotional development. We are a great place to work, with wonderful kids, supportive families, amazing co-workers, and lots of support from your supervisor.

TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter, introducing yourself, and a resume, to
Mary-Pat Soukup, Director.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 – $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98199: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• After School Child Care: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location