Afterschool Program Instructor

The Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC) is hiring Afterschool Program Instructors for Treehouse, its afterschool program for children in Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade. Working alongside a team of educators, you'll help children learn through play, build friendships and grow more independent. Treehouse follows the San Mateo-Foster City School District calendar and welcomes both experienced educators and people just starting out, including college students pursuing careers in education.

Responsibilities:
• Supervise and actively engage with children in the classroom and outdoors
• Lead and assist with arts and crafts, STEM projects, games and group activities
• Help students with homework, social interactions, problem-solving and independence
• Keep the classroom safe, organized and welcoming, and follow supervision, attendance and transition procedures
• Plan activities with fellow teachers and build positive relationships with students and families

Qualifications:
• At least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and the ability to safely drive a passenger van
• Available for the full Monday–Friday schedule, including the earlier Wednesday start
• Experience in an afterschool, camp, school or childcare setting preferred; education or child development coursework a plus

**Pay:** $18.92–$31.19/hour, depending on qualifications. Applicants with 12 qualifying college units may qualify as Associate Teachers, starting at $26.31/hour.

**Schedule:** Part-time, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 2:15–6:00 PM, and Wednesday 11:30 AM–6:00 PM.

Benefits:
60+ hours of paid professional development a year, reimbursement for related college courses, health, dental, retirement, paid holidays and vacation (subject to eligibility), a PJCC family athletic membership, staff rates for children's programs, and a monthly bonus for pick-up drivers.