Preschool Afterschool Counselor

We’re Hiring: After School Counselors (Ages 1–5)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:45–6:00 PM
Reports to: Auxiliary Director
Compensation: $20–$22/hour

Are you passionate about early childhood education and creating nurturing, engaging environments for young learners? We are hiring three After School Counselors to join our team—each supporting a different age group: Ones, Twos, and Ages 3–5. These roles offer the opportunity to make meaningful connections with children while leading age-appropriate activities and helping to ensure a smooth end to their school day.

Available Positions

• After School Counselor – Ones (1-year-olds)
  Support toddlers who may be new to separation by providing a calm, predictable routine. Help with basic care needs, including diapering, and foster early development through sensory play, music, and movement.
  
• After School Counselor – Twos (2-year-olds)
  Guide toddlers through toilet training, transitions, and big emotions. Plan simple, hands-on activities that allow for choice, movement, and creativity in a structured, supportive setting.
  
• After School Counselor – Ages 3–5 (Casa)
  Foster independence, self-help skills, and peer collaboration. Lead structured projects, encourage problem-solving, and support positive social interaction during free play.

What You’ll Do (All Roles)

• Supervise and lead a small group of children in a warm, structured after school environment.
• Plan and guide simple, age-appropriate activities such as music, movement, and sensory play.
• Plan and prepare weekly craft and thematic activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Help children through daily routines like handwashing, toileting, or diapering (depending on age).
• Create a safe, clean, and organized classroom space.
• Use the Brightwheel app to share updates and photos with families.
• Offer gentle, responsive emotional support and positive behavior modeling.
• Oversee dismissal and ensure smooth handoff to caregivers.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and the Auxiliary Director as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Confident, intuitive caregivers who connect easily with young children.
• Able to work independently and tune into individual and group needs.
• Patient, flexible, and comfortable supporting children through transitions and emotions.
• Reliable, punctual, and communicative with both colleagues and families.
• At least 1 year of experience in a school, daycare, or early childhood setting.
• Preferred but not required: Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin, familiarity with the Montessori approach.
  

If you’re passionate about nurturing young learners and want to work in a joyful, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and let us know which age group(s) you’re most interested in working with.

• 1 year experience working with children ages 1-5 in a group setting (eg. classroom, camp, enrichment classes)
• Must be fully vaccinated for Covid
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• (Optional) Fluent in Spanish or Mandarin