School-Age Teacher

Description

Create a Place Where Kids Want to Be

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

School doesn't end when the school day is over. For school-age children, the hours after school are an important opportunity to build confidence, develop friendships, explore new interests, and learn skills that go beyond the classroom.

As a School-Age Teacher at TRF, you will create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can be themselves while continuing to learn and grow.

You will lead activities, support homework and learning, encourage positive relationships, and create experiences that give children opportunities to explore their interests and develop independence.

This is more than supervising children. You are helping shape the environment where they spend some of their most important growing years.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT IF YOU...

• Enjoy working with school-age children and understand their unique developmental needs.
• Are energetic, creative, patient, and comfortable leading groups.
• Know how to make learning fun and engaging.
• Enjoy planning activities based on children's interests.
• Are confident setting appropriate boundaries while maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Are dependable, organized, and ready to jump in wherever you are needed.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Hands-on experience supporting school-age children's development.
• Opportunities to strengthen your classroom management and group leadership skills.
• Experience planning enrichment, recreational, and educational activities.
• Opportunities to build strong relationships with children and families.
• Professional development and ongoing training.
• The opportunity to grow your career within TRF.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

In this role, you will help create a school-age program that children look forward to being part of.

CREATE AN ENGAGING ENVIRONMENT

• Plan and implement age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities based on children's interests, developmental needs, and abilities.
• Create opportunities for children to explore creativity, STEM, literacy, art, physical activity, and other areas of interest.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming, and engaging classroom and activity environment.
• Provide opportunities for children to develop independence, leadership, problem-solving, and social skills.
• Adapt activities to meet the individual needs and interests of the children in your care.

SUPPORT LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Support children with homework, school assignments, reading, and other age-appropriate learning activities.
• Encourage curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Observe children's behavior and interactions and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Use positive child guidance strategies to support social-emotional development and resolve conflicts.
• Encourage children to make appropriate choices and take responsibility for their actions.

KEEP KIDS SAFE

• Maintain active supervision of children at all times.
• Conduct required head counts and maintain appropriate child-to-staff ratios.
• Follow all licensing, health, safety, and program requirements.
• Maintain accurate attendance and other required records.
• Ensure the classroom and activity areas remain safe, clean, and free of hazards.
• Follow appropriate procedures for emergencies, incidents, and mandated reporting.

BUILD POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS

Children thrive when the adults around them work together.

You will:

• Build trusting and respectful relationships with the children in your care.
• Welcome families and maintain professional, positive communication with parents and caregivers.
• Share information about children's activities, accomplishments, and needs.
• Encourage family participation in program activities and events.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, site leadership, and other staff to support each child's success.

HOW YOU SHOW UP

At TRF, we believe school-age educators have the opportunity to be more than supervisors. You can be a mentor, encourager, role model, and trusted adult in a child's life.

You are patient and respectful, even when things get challenging.

You create structure while still allowing children to have fun and be themselves.

You know when to step in, when to listen, and when to give a child the opportunity to figure something out independently.

You communicate openly with families and coworkers.

You take safety seriously and understand that active supervision is everyone's responsibility.

You bring energy, creativity, and intention to the work—and you understand that the way you show up can make a lasting impression on a child.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, 401(k), and Professional Development Opportunities.

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, create meaningful experiences, and make a difference in the lives of school-age children, we want to hear from you.

Submit your application and join the TRF team.

Compensation: $23-$25 per hour

Requirements

• An Associates of Arts or Science (AA/AS) degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field and a minimum of 24 ECE units and a Teacher Permit issued from CCTC. BA Degree in Early Childhood Education with a Master Teacher or higher permit preferred. 
• Minimum two years’ experience working with School Children (ages 5-12 years)
• Good oral and written      communication skills
• Knowledge of principles and      methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for      individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of human behavior      and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests;      learning and motivation.
• Selecting and using      training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the      situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Able to resolve conflicts,      gentle, loving, kind, creative and resourceful. Demonstrated ability to      work effectively with people. Excellent problem solving, planning, and      organizational skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Criminal background clearance with (FBI, DOJ, and CAI) 
• Complete a physical examination, T.B. test, proof of immunization for (influenza, TDap, and MMR),
• Submission of satisfactory proof of your identity and your legal authorization to work in the United States. If you fail to submit this proof, federal law prohibits us from hiring you.
• Mandated Child Abuse Training completed within 14 days of employment