Aftercare Teacher Job Description 

About Apple Valley School:

Apple Valley School is an early childhood education center in Lander, WY. The focus of this school is to offer nature-based, experiential learning options to families of young children. The school is inspired by Waldorf philosophies which nurture the feeling life and tactile senses of each child along with their thinking capacities. The school is located in downtown Lander, a short walk from the Popo Agie River where children regularly walk to explore a natural environment through the changing seasons. Ample unstructured play time provides children with opportunities to develop their imagination and creative thinking as well as their cooperative social skills. We are working to build an enthusiastic team of educators who share a passion for the importance of early childhood education and an ability to work together, communicate clearly, and care for one another, as well as for the children and their families.

Position Description: 

Aftercare Teachers are essential members of the team in this childcare environment. They arrive in the classroom each afternoon around 12:00 pm to supervise rest, awaken children from rest, and help them dress for outside play. The Aftercare Teacher provides space for a rhythmic afternoon that includes a snack, a craft/artistic experience, and playtime for children who are picked up between 5:00 and 5:15 pm. The right person for this position will be caring, warm, and nurturing with children while also being able to hold consistent boundaries for them.

Qualifications: 

  • Applicants should have prior experience working with young children in either an educational or home setting.

  • Completion of a six hour pre-service online training is required upon hire. Teachers must also complete continuing education hours as mandated by state licensing.

  • Applicants must pass a criminal background check and be able to adhere to all other regulations of state licensing, including passing a self assessment TB test and an abuse and neglect screening.

  • Applicants must hold current certification in Child and Adult CPR and at least basic first aid training. More advanced medical training is preferred. Training can be completed upon hire.

  • Basic understanding of, or training in, Waldorf education is preferred.

  • Applicants must be comfortable spending long periods of time outdoors and must be able to manage their own needs fluidly in order to prioritize caring for children in outdoor environments in any weather conditions.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure childrens’ physical needs are being met, including regular bathroom visits for potty training and diaper changes, developing hygienic habits of hand washing, eating, and resting.

  • Provide caring supervision of children from naptime to pick-up.

  • Provide a healthy snack for children.

  • Provide meaningful developmentally and seasonally appropriate craft/artistic or game offerings to accompany play activities.

  • Work with the Lead and Assistant Teachers to ensure continuity of care for each child.

  • Help plan and facilitate events held for our school community and the public to celebrate the changing seasons.

Compensation and Hours:

  • Compensation is based on experience, beginning at $17/hour.

  • We are currently seeking to fill a part-time position (~15-25 hours/week).

  • Hours are 12:00pm - 5:30pm, but could be adjusted depending on the applicant and the whole team’s needs and preferences.

  • Position starts as soon as possible.

Application deadline:

  • Position open until filled.

Please send questions and/or resume and cover letter to Maureen Fox at:

maureen@applevalleyschool.org.

Apple Valley School is an equal opportunity employer. At Apple Valley School, diversity is welcomed and valued as it enriches both the curriculum and our lives. The school welcomes students and teachers of any race, color, gender, religion, or national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded to the students and teachers of the school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, religion, national or ethnic origin, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law, in hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment. All are welcome members of our community.