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Health insurance
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
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BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM TEACHER
Caterpillar Corner – Holt Location
Position: Before & After School / Wrap-Around Care Teacher Location: Holt, Michigan Schedule: Morning: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM Afternoon: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Position Type: Part-Time
Caterpillar Corner is looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, and creative Before & After School Program Teacher to join our team! This position will work with our school-age children and provide a fun, safe, and engaging environment before and after their school day.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with school-age children and can create a program that is more than simply supervision. Our goal is to provide children with a structured afternoon filled with opportunities to learn, create, play, socialize, and relax after a busy school day.
Morning Program Responsibilities
The morning portion of the program will include:
Welcoming children as they arrive and helping them begin their day positively
Planning and leading age-appropriate morning activities
Providing opportunities for quiet activities, games, reading, and creative play
Maintaining a safe, welcoming, and organized environment
Supporting children as they prepare for their school day
Ensuring children are ready and transitioned appropriately for school transportation
After-School Program Responsibilities
The afternoon program teacher will be responsible for creating and following a daily after-school schedule that provides consistency and structure for the children.
Responsibilities include:
Greeting children as they arrive from school
Providing and supervising snack time
Establishing a designated homework/quiet work time
Planning creative activities such as:
Art projects
Science activities
Games and puzzles
Reading
STEM/building activities
Crafts
Dramatic play
Indoor and outdoor group activities
Providing opportunities for free choice and social interaction
Planning activities that are appropriate for different ages and developmental levels
Keeping children engaged rather than relying on screen time
Supporting positive behavior and helping children develop problem-solving and social skills
Maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom/program space
Communicating appropriately with families regarding their child's day
Following all center policies, licensing requirements, and health and safety procedures
Program Planning
The ideal candidate will be someone who is prepared and organized and understands the importance of having a plan for the children.
Activities should be engaging, age-appropriate, and flexible enough to meet the interests and needs of the children.
We are looking for someone who is:
Reliable and dependable
Energetic and enthusiastic
Creative and willing to plan activities
Patient and nurturing
Comfortable working with school-age children
Organized and able to follow a daily schedule
A positive team player
Able to communicate effectively with children, families, and coworkers
Comfortable managing a group of children while maintaining a safe environment
Someone who genuinely enjoys making children's afternoons fun and meaningful
What We Are Looking For
Previous experience working with school-age children, childcare, education, camps, or youth programs is preferred.
Candidates must be willing to complete all required childcare training, background checks, and licensing requirements applicable to the position.
Join Our Caterpillar Corner Family!
If you are looking for a part-time position where you can make a difference in children's lives while creating fun, engaging, and meaningful experiences, we would love to hear from you!
Come help our school-age children start and end their day with a smile!