Classroom Leader (K–5)
Pay: $12/hour | Part-Time | Monday–Friday, 1:00–5:30 PM
Make a real difference for kids on Charleston's West Side.
The Bob Burdette Center is hiring Kids' Activity Leaders to work directly with elementary-age students (K–5) in our afterschool program. You'll lead activities, help with homework, serve meals, and be the kind of positive adult presence that changes a kid's day — and maybe their trajectory.
This isn't babysitting. You'll be teaching lessons, running enrichment activities, managing a classroom environment, and building real relationships with students across our three West Side program sites.
What you'll do:
- Lead enrichment activities and educational lessons for groups of K–5 students
- Help kids with homework and provide academic support
- Supervise during classroom time, gym, outdoor play, and meals
- Keep your space clean, safe, and structured
- Work closely with your Site Coordinator and fellow team members
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions
What we're looking for:
- High school diploma or GED
- Someone who genuinely enjoys working with kids and can stay engaged and on your feet for a full shift
- Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with diverse groups of students, families, and staff
- Basic comfort with technology (Google apps, email, smartphone)
- Experience with children or youth programming is a plus but not required — attitude and reliability matter most
What you get:
- A schedule that leaves your mornings free — no early alarms, no weekends. Handle appointments, classes, or just your morning coffee before heading in at 1 PM.
- Up to 22.5 hours/week with a predictable Monday–Friday routine
- Paid training and professional development
- Real opportunities to grow into full-time and leadership roles
- A supportive, mission-driven team
- The kind of work that actually matters
- Free shift meal
Reports to the Site Coordinator at your assigned site.
Pay: $12.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Charleston, WV 25387 (Required)
Work Location: In person
