After School Teacher for Grades 1-8

Reports to: Director of Auxiliary Programs

Classification : Part Time, Non-exempt

Oversees: N/A

Scope of Work: Responsible for all aspects of students’ classroom experience in After School

Experience Requirements:

Teaching experience with children in a school or camp setting

Understanding of multi-age learning environments

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment and committed to embracing differences and valuing multiple perspectives

Education/Certification Requirements:

Associate's Degree or equivalent credits toward a Bachelor's Degree (not required for Assistant Teacher)

Clear CORI and MA fingerprinting

Previous work with children preferred

General Responsibilities:

The After School Teacher is responsible for providing an inviting and safe Extended Day program experience using a full array of sports equipment, games and craft supplies. She/he also ensures that students have good choices for activities each day. Working in our Upper School with grades 1-8. Hours are Monday-Friday 2:30pm-5:45pm. For the 26-27 school year.

Specific Responsibilities:

Educational Program & Student Services:

Lead engaging hands-on lessons in collaboration with other Extended Day Teachers and the Administrative Coordinator

Prepare an environment in which furnishings, materials, and activities are developmentally appropriate and correspond to the needs of the children

Ensure the safety and well-being of each student by creating a safe and engaging classroom

Set clear expectations for responsibilities and routines

Recognize when students are not participating as expected and communicate this to the Assistant Head of School for collaboration and follow-up

Answer door and instruct parents where their child is during pick up

Answer after school phone if parent phone calls come in regarding late pick up, etc.

Double check building to ensure building is locked and secured for the evening

Train and supervise children regarding emergency practices such as fire drills

Constituent Relations:

Build productive relationships with parents through positive communication

Build collaborative relationships with other faculty and administrative staff

Administration:

Monitor student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and communicating attendance issues with the Director of Auxiliary Programs.

Learn FACTS SIS and other software the school uses to hold student information.

Work collaboratively with administration to address concerns regarding students, parents and staff

Report all accidents/ incidents to administration and complete accident forms as needed

Attend all mandatory events

School Culture

Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional ethics

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Montessori Education by modeling the Montessori values of grace and courtesy, respect and responsibility in visible daily actions

Demonstrate commitment to competent communications and conflict resolution efforts across the school community

Protect the privacy and confidentiality of each student, parent and colleague

Professional Development

Attend in-service training as provided by Riverbend School

Other

Take on duties as assigned

It is expected that all staff will function as self-directed members in a team effort. All performances should meet appropriate professional standards and adhere to the philosophy and mission of Riverbend School.

• Mobility & Engagement: Frequently moving about the campus to follow the school schedule,
• including ascending/descending stairs and transitioning between indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Student Interaction: The ability to position oneself at a child’s level (e.g., kneeling, sitting, or crouching) and assist students with daily tasks like zipping jackets, tying shoes, or managing materials.
• Supervision: Effectively monitoring students during recess and outdoor activities in various weather conditions.
• Physical Assistance: Occasionally moving or lifting classroom materials or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Sensory & Focus: Maintaining focus and safety in a moderately noisy environment with frequent interruptions; specific vision capabilities are required to ensure student safety and accurate record-keeping.

Accommodations: Riverbend School is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, provided such accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the school’s operations.

Commitment to DEIJ:

Riverbend School is committed to becoming an anti-bias and anti-racist community. All candidates must be committed to furthering this work by embracing differences; exploring and affirming the identities and intersections of all which include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomics, social class, family structures, learning differences, and differences in ability. Candidates must be comfortable working in a culturally diverse environment.

We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQIA+ educators, or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools.

EEO Statement:

Riverbend School is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment. Riverbend strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, veteran status, or any other class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.