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After School Positions

Northampton, MA
Contract

Job Description

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

Department

Campus School

Job Description

Essential Functions

Plan and implement a fun and engaging after school program for students for Kindergarten through sixth grade students. Supervise and manage students, work to promote student success and satisfaction, utilize positive behavioral management to support students, work with and report to program facilitator. Maintain a daily schedule/routine, manage daily attendance, maintain program supplies and equipment, manage program spaces, and collaborate with teachers.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Experience leading elementary students in a group setting. Associate's Degree in education or related field or prior experience teaching specialty area to elementary aged students. Experience working with children in group settings.

Skills:

Ability to form positive and supportive relationships with children and adults. Ability to be flexible and work as a member of a team. Good organizational and interpersonal skills.

After School Program Schedule

Lead Instructor: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 2:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Program Lead Instructors 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Pay range

In addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for this role is typically between $18-22/hour covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Position Type

Fixed Term

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position. Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.

You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.

Review of applications will begin

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

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If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

Department

Campus School

Job Description

Essential Functions

Plan and implement a fun and engaging after school program for students for Kindergarten through sixth grade students. Supervise and manage students, work to promote student success and satisfaction, utilize positive behavioral management to support students, work with and report to program facilitator. Maintain a daily schedule/routine, manage daily attendance, maintain program supplies and equipment, manage program spaces, and collaborate with teachers.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Experience leading elementary students in a group setting. Associate's Degree in education or related field or prior experience teaching specialty area to elementary aged students. Experience working with children in group settings.

Skills:

Ability to form positive and supportive relationships with children and adults. Ability to be flexible and work as a member of a team. Good organizational and interpersonal skills.

After School Program Schedule

Lead Instructor: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 2:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Program Lead Instructors 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Pay range

In addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for this role is typically between $18-22/hour covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Position Type

Fixed Term

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position. Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.

You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.

Review of applications will begin

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

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About Smith College

Liberal Arts College for Women. 

Since its founding in 1871, Smith College has provided women of high ability and promise an education of uncompromising quality. A world-class faculty of scholars are fully engaged with their students'​ intellectual development, and an open curriculum encourages each student to explore many fields of knowledge. Mentors for scholarship, leadership and service, across all spectrums of endeavor, allow Smith students to observe different models of achievement, then set their own course with conviction.

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