Part-Time Classroom Instructor

Position Description

Aspire Afterschool Learning is seeking year-round classroom instructors for our Learning ROCKS afterschool and summer camp program to provide daily holistic and academic support to historically underserved upper elementary school students in South Arlington, VA. 

Our afterschool program bolsters students’ reading by providing targeted daily support to develop both reading skills and a love of reading. Program activities strengthen their STEM/STEAM skills and reinforce general academic content through regular project-based learning activities, including our annual science fair. Our summer camp is a fun and interactive experience that prevents summer learning loss, which year-over-year can make it more difficult for students experiencing poverty to catch up with their peers. 

Join our team and use your talents and skills to guide students as you engage them in reading, academic exercises, enrichment activities, and exploring new places on field trips. This highly-interactive position will also interact professionally with program volunteers, community partners, and parents. You will be committed to ensuring Aspire students make gains in their learning while being part of an integral team dedicated to students’ growth and organizational excellence.

Who You Are

• Passionate about investing in the growth and potential of historically underserved students
• Looking to gain marketable, hands-on experience in the nonprofit, education, and/or childcare fields
• Self-motivated, independent, flexible, and resourceful
• Able to communicate and interact with children, parents, teachers, volunteers, and program staff in a way that is consistent with Aspire’s values
• Good at managing your time and projects
• Bilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, or any other language is a plus, but not a requirement
• Able to walk a mile and supervise kids outside
• Comfortable and proficient with computers and smartphone apps
• Experience/knowledgeable with Google Suite or Microsoft Office, including basic Excel
• A High school graduate or equivalent, at least 18 years old

What You’ll Do

The Part-Time Classroom Instructor reports to the Program Manager & Coordinators. Working closely with our small Program Team, you will:

• Co-lead lessons and activities while providing direct support to approximately 25 students each day, including appropriate supervision and assistance during classroom and recreational activities
• Implement and plan lessons, activities, guest speakers, and field trips in collaboration with program staff
• Interact and communicate with parents, volunteers, visitors, and community organizations in accordance with Aspire’s values
• Provide programming and support to our Parent Connection events one evening per month
• Support program staff in collecting and maintaining program data
• Participate in relevant topic- and skill-based training and provide input into training and professional development sessions
• Assist in the daily maintenance of the Aspire classrooms
• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and agreements of Aspire

What Else You Should Know

• The position is part-time (20 hours/week) and requires the ability to work in-person
• The school year hours are either 1:30pm – 6:00pm or 2:00pm – 6:30pm depending on site placement. The summer hours are TBD with the potential opportunity to work full-time.
• The salary for this position is $22,500/annual
• Monthly health insurance stipend up to $400/month
• 15 vacation days during your first year of employment, 13 holidays, 5 wellness days, and two weeks off with pay during the winter holiday break
• Aspire values a positive working environment and culture, highly-impactful and values driven work, and professional and personal development

*This position is contingent upon approved funding.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs @ aspireafterschool.org with “Classroom Instructor” in the subject line.

The position will remain open until filled; however, interviews with qualified candidates will begin immediately and on a rolling basis, with preference given to candidates applying early. Ideally, the candidate will begin employment on August 20.

Who We Are

Aspire Afterschool Learning (formerly Greenbrier Learning Center) is a non-profit organization based in South Arlington, VA. Aspire provides robust, comprehensive, and high-quality afterschool and summer academic enrichment to historically underserved 3^rd – 8^th grade students. Our program supports and connects students, families, schools, and communities while using evidence-based methods to achieve results for students most impacted by the educational opportunity gap. Over 90% of our students improve their reading levels each year with our support.

Aspire Afterschool Learning is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We value having team members who reflect the students and families we serve, including from communities most impacted by the educational opportunity gap. Some candidates may see a long list of job requirements and feel discouraged because they don’t match every single bullet point; please apply anyway. We don’t believe in a “perfect” candidate because we believe in our core values of growth, connection, equity, and access.

Aspire Afterschool Learning does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, gender, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers, selection of vendors, and provision of services. 

Please visit our website to learn more about Aspire’s mission and values.