Afterschool Teacher

Multiple Positions Available :

• Escondido Kids' Club
• Besse Bolton Kids' Club

About Company :

It is PACCCs honorable mission to serve as many families as possible and help to build the future of our community through its most precious asset the children. Since 1974, PACCC has pursued its non-profit mission of providing exceptional education and care for Palo Altos children, regardless of a familys financial circumstances, with unwavering determination.

In alignment with our long-standing partners, the  City of Palo Alto ,  Palo Alto Unified School District ,  California Department of Social Services  and  California Department of Education , PACCC is committed to serving the current and future needs of Palo Altos families, and actively works to eliminate barriers. Over one-third of enrollment spots are designated for financial assistance through our long-standing partners and PACCCs own fundraising efforts.

Looking for Devoted Teachers and Child Development Experts

Our staff devote their professional lives to this field because they are motivated to do more than just take good care of children; they are in this for the love of children. We have established developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate and effective teaching approaches that enhance each childs learning and development in the context of the curriculum goals. Our teachers recognize differences, such as learning styles, needs, capacities, interests and cultural backgrounds, and use instructional and nurturing approaches that are appropriate for each child, as well as collectively as a group. PACCC hires teachers with the educational qualifications, knowledge, and professional commitment necessary to promote childrens learning and development, and to support families diverse needs and interests. PACCC also provides ongoing professional development and trainings for staff to enhance their skill set, approaches and the curriculum within our programs.

About the Role :

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.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Essential Functions :

Skills :

As an Afterschool Teacher, you will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with children, parents, and colleagues. You will also need to have strong organizational and time-management skills to plan and implement activities and ensure that all children are supervised and safe. Additionally, you will need to have a strong understanding of child development and be able to adapt activities to meet the needs of each child. Finally, the Afterschool Teacher will need to have a passion for working with children and be committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for them to learn and grow.

Additional Requirements

Palo Alto Community Child Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

4-5hrs / day, part-time shift between the hours of 1 : 00pm-6 : 00pm with occasional full days

20-25hrs / wk with FULL benefits

Compensation details : 23.98-27.63 Hourly Wage

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