Job Summary
Join our vibrant team as an Arts and Craft Afterschool Teacher for 1-6th grade on Thursday, where your creativity and passion for working with children will inspire young minds through engaging arts and crafts activities. In this role, you will foster a fun, safe, and inclusive environment that encourages self-expression, imagination, and skill development. Your enthusiasm for arts education combined with your ability to manage a dynamic classroom will help children explore their artistic talents while learning important social and developmental skills. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s lives after school hours.
Who We Are
Located in Brighton, MA, Shaloh House Day School (K-7th grade), offers a unique educational experience. Our teachers are subject-specific experts; beginning in first grade, Shaloh House students are taught by different, highly-trained educators in math, science, English, Hebrew, and Judaic. Our elementary school graduates go on to local public schools, private and religious schools, as well as Boston’s exam schools. We are proud of our 100% placement rate at Boston Latin School, ranked the top public high school in Massachusetts.
Shaloh House offers a friendly and inclusive environment with ample support and collaboration between teachers.
Duties
- Lead and facilitate a variety of arts and crafts projects tailored to different age groups, ensuring activities are engaging, educational, and age-appropriate
- Maintain a safe and organized classroom environment by implementing proper behavior management and supervision techniques
- Support children in developing fine motor skills, creativity, and self-confidence through hands-on art activities
- Enforce safety protocols including first aid procedures, CPR, AED operation, and emergency response plans when necessary
- Collaborate with other staff members to plan thematic activities that promote youth development and community engagement
- Monitor student progress and provide positive reinforcement to encourage participation and effort
- Ensure all materials are used responsibly and maintain inventory of supplies for ongoing program needs
Skills
- Strong classroom management skills to maintain a positive learning environment
- Experience working with children in educational or childcare settings, including daycare or summer camp experience
- Knowledge of childhood development principles and behavior management strategies
- Ability to implement first aid protocols confidently; certifications in CPR, AED operation, and first aid are highly desirable
- Background in special education or experience working with children with diverse needs is a plus
- Excellent child supervision skills to ensure safety during all activities
- Proven ability to facilitate youth group activities, tutoring, or theater experiences that foster creativity and teamwork
- Outdoor work experience is beneficial for organizing outdoor art projects or nature-inspired activities
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, and team members
- Enthusiasm for teaching arts education with a focus on nurturing young talents in a supportive environment
Join us in creating a lively afterschool program where every child can discover their artistic potential! We’re dedicated to providing meaningful experiences that promote growth, fun, and lifelong skills—all while ensuring a safe and nurturing space for every young learner.
the position is for Thursdays between 2pm and 5 pm. Please email the resume to [email protected]
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 2.0 – 3.0 per week
Work Location: In person
