Job Description

Antler Care Before & After Care Teacher

Job Goal

To provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where school-age children feel supported, valued, and encouraged before and after the school day. The goal is to create meaningful opportunities for children to socialize, play, complete activities, and develop independence while maintaining a positive and structured environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred, but not required.
• Must be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification or already hold current certification.
• Must pass required background checks and meet all childcare licensing requirements.
• Must demonstrate reliability, patience, flexibility, and the ability to work well with children and a team.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for all children.
• Actively supervise children at all times and follow all safety and childcare licensing requirements.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, games, crafts, and other opportunities for learning and play.
• Build positive relationships with children and support their social and emotional needs.
• Help maintain a structured environment with clear expectations and consistent routines.
• Follow daily schedules, classroom routines, and Antler Care policies and procedures.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, transitions, meals/snacks, and other daily routines as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom and shared spaces.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with children, families, coworkers, and administration.
• Monitor and address children's behavior using positive guidance and appropriate classroom management strategies.
• Complete required attendance, sign-in/sign-out, incident reports, and other classroom documentation accurately and promptly.
• Communicate important updates regarding children to the appropriate staff members and administration.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and leadership to provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Follow all procedures regarding safety, emergency situations, supervision, and child protection.
• Attend required staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification or complete certification within the required timeframe.
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, flexibility, teamwork, and a positive attitude.
• Support the overall mission and expectations of Antler Care while helping create a fun, safe, and supportive experience for every child.

Shift Hours

Monday-Friday

6:15am-9am and 3:15pm-6pm