Assistant Afterschool Teacher

The Art Farm NYC
Pay: $17.00–$18.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, generally 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
Minimum Commitment: 2 days per week; additional days preferred.

About the Role

The Art Farm NYC is seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, and caring Assistant Afterschool Teacher to support our afterschool program serving children from age 3 through 5th grade.

The Assistant Teacher will work alongside Lead Teachers and the Director to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and build relationships. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is interested in gaining hands-on experience in education or child development.

A completed degree is not required. Candidates who are currently enrolled in college, particularly those studying Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Assist Lead Teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.
• Support engaging, age-appropriate activities including art, science, sensory activities, group games, storytime, and other hands-on experiences.
• Help supervise children ages 3 through 5th grade and prioritize their safety and well-being.
• Assist with transitions between activities, snack time, cleanup, and other daily routines.
• Support a positive, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness and organization.
• Assist students with age-appropriate tasks and activities while encouraging independence.
• Support Lead Teachers with classroom management and positive behavior-management strategies.
• Work with Lead Teachers and the Director to address student needs or concerns.
• Help maintain accurate attendance and other required classroom paperwork.
• Assist with maintaining student rosters and communicating any discrepancies to the Lead Teacher or Director.
• Encourage positive interactions, teamwork, creativity, and participation among students.
• Provide friendly and professional interactions with students, families, staff, and other site personnel.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to emergencies and follow established safety procedures.
• Report medical incidents and other significant concerns to the Lead Teacher or Director.
• Support Lead Teachers in ensuring activities are safe, engaging, inclusive, and appropriate for students of different ages and abilities.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude while representing The Art Farm NYC.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Lead Teacher or Director.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children is preferred but not required.
• Experience with children ages 3 through 5th grade is a plus.
• College enrollment is strongly preferred, particularly for students studying Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• A completed college degree is not required.
• Patient, caring, dependable, and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow direction and work effectively as part of a classroom team.
• Comfortable assisting with children of different ages, abilities, and developmental stages.
• Reliable and able to commit to at least 2 days per week.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive classroom environment.

What You'll Gain

This position provides valuable hands-on experience working with children in an educational and afterschool setting. It's an excellent opportunity for college students or individuals interested in pursuing a career in education, early childhood education, child development, recreation, or a related field.

You'll work directly alongside experienced Lead Teachers and have the opportunity to develop skills in classroom support, child supervision, activity facilitation, communication, and positive behavior management.

If you're dependable, energetic, and enjoy working with children, we'd love to have you join our team!