School Age Teacher
Msvchicago, Chicago, IL, United States
School Age Teacher
Responsible for creating and implementing engaging and educational activities for school-age children during before/after school hours. This role involves developing age‑appropriate lesson plans, fostering a positive and safe environment, and promoting the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of each child.
Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee classroom management practices and provide coaching to school‑age workers.
Develop and implement age‑appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with educational standards and program goals.
Use a variety of instructional strategies and materials to engage students and foster a love of learning.
Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of individual students.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and respect.
Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
Address and resolve behavioral issues in a timely and constructive manner.
Assess students’ academic and developmental progress through observations and other evaluation methods.
Provide regular feedback to students and parents regarding progress and areas for improvement.
Identify students who may need additional support and work with program coordinators and parents to develop intervention plans.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication and involvement in program activities.
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and trends.
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings to share ideas and strategies for improving student outcomes.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards, including health and safety guidelines.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records, including attendance, incident reports, and student progress notes.
Provide information to supervisor in completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and other essential documents and correspondence as required by funding sources and Marillac St. Vincent Family Services.
Monitor and ensure information is entered into program data management system in a timely manner.
Participate in meetings at the organization and/or team level, supervision, coaching, training, and professional development activities.
Education and Experiences
Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Recreation Management, or related field from an accredited college or university with experience working in family services in a nonprofit social‑services setting required. Bachelor’s preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience working with school‑age children in an educational or afterschool setting preferred.
Qualifications
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain rapport and professional relationships with co‑workers, team members, and families enrolled in services. Ability to relate to a diverse population.
Knowledge of youth development and age‑appropriate teaching methods.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills to effectively address varied audiences.
Demonstrates knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, videoconference software and client electronic data systems.
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Responsible for creating and implementing engaging and educational activities for school-age children during before/after school hours. This role involves developing age‑appropriate lesson plans, fostering a positive and safe environment, and promoting the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of each child.
Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee classroom management practices and provide coaching to school‑age workers.
Develop and implement age‑appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with educational standards and program goals.
Use a variety of instructional strategies and materials to engage students and foster a love of learning.
Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of individual students.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and respect.
Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
Address and resolve behavioral issues in a timely and constructive manner.
Assess students’ academic and developmental progress through observations and other evaluation methods.
Provide regular feedback to students and parents regarding progress and areas for improvement.
Identify students who may need additional support and work with program coordinators and parents to develop intervention plans.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication and involvement in program activities.
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and trends.
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings to share ideas and strategies for improving student outcomes.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards, including health and safety guidelines.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records, including attendance, incident reports, and student progress notes.
Provide information to supervisor in completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and other essential documents and correspondence as required by funding sources and Marillac St. Vincent Family Services.
Monitor and ensure information is entered into program data management system in a timely manner.
Participate in meetings at the organization and/or team level, supervision, coaching, training, and professional development activities.
Education and Experiences
Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Recreation Management, or related field from an accredited college or university with experience working in family services in a nonprofit social‑services setting required. Bachelor’s preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience working with school‑age children in an educational or afterschool setting preferred.
Qualifications
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain rapport and professional relationships with co‑workers, team members, and families enrolled in services. Ability to relate to a diverse population.
Knowledge of youth development and age‑appropriate teaching methods.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills to effectively address varied audiences.
Demonstrates knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, videoconference software and client electronic data systems.
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