Job description

Are you passionate about working with children and ensuring their safety and well-being? Capitol Language Services (CLS) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as After-School Instructors for SY 2024-2025. As an After-School Instructor, you will play a crucial role in providing a supportive and engaging environment for children during their after-school hours. We work with children PreK3 - 5th grade.

Note that this position begins August 26 with 2 half-day compulsory trainings between August 19-August 23.

Key Responsibilities:

• Required availability Monday to Friday 3:00 to 6:00 PM. No partial weeks.

• Engage and teach children various activities, such as arts and crafts, STEM, homework and monitor playground and snack time.

• Ensure safety, inclusivity and prevent bullying during the program hours.

• Adhere strictly to assigned schedules and notify any errors or inconsistencies.

• Take attendance during every transition.

• Manage student allergies and medical needs.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Follow protocols for inclement weather, ensuring activities are engaging and screen-free.

• Monitor bathroom breaks.

• Resolve minor behavioral issues by fostering peaceful resolutions.

• Report conflicts and incidents promptly to the Program Coordinator and complete incident reports.

• Set up, clean and store activity materials in assigned spaces.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• At least 1 year experience in childcare.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Patience and ability to handle various learning abilities.

• Good references from previous employers.

• Must be willing to undergo a DCPS background check.

Location:

You will be assigned to ONE of our 4 locations in DC (NW and SE).

Benefits:

• Pay starts at $19 an hour.

• Bi-monthly attendance bonus.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s development and well-being.

• Potential to gain extra working hours if employed by camps during DCPS closings.

• Trainings provided.

Note:

Capitol Language Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and children in our programs.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week