After School Substitute Instructor

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 Substitute Instructor for SY 2025-2026. As an After-School Substitute 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.

Key Responsibilities:

- Required availability Monday to Friday 3:00 to 6:00 PM. No partial weeks.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to last-minute schedule changes and stepping into various classroom roles as required.

- 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:

- Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

- Must be at least 18 years old.

- At least 2 years of experience in childcare.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Patience and the 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 NW DC.

Benefits:

- $21 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.

- Training 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: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week