After School Instructor SY 26-27

Job Description

Are you passionate about working with children and ensuring their safety and well-being? Capitol Language Services (CLS) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as After-School Instructors for SY 2025-2026. As an After-School Instructor, you will play a crucial role in providing a supportive and engaging environment for children during their after-school hours. We work with children PreK 3 - 5th grade.

Please note this position starts August 24, 2026 - this is not a summer position.

Key Responsibilities

• Required availability
• Monday to
• Friday 3:00 to 6:00 PM. No partial weeks.
• Engage and teach children various activities, such as arts and crafts, STEM, homework and monitor playground and snack time.
• Ensure safety, inclusivity and prevent bullying during the program hours.
• Adhere strictly to assigned schedules and notify any errors or inconsistencies.
• Take attendance during every transition.
• Manage student allergies and medical needs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow protocols for inclement weather, ensuring activities are engaging and screen-free.
• Monitor bathroom breaks.
• Resolve minor behavioral issues by fostering peaceful resolutions.
• Report conflicts and incidents promptly to the Program Coordinator and complete incident reports.
• Set up, clean and store activity materials in assigned spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 1 year experience in childcare.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and ability to handle various learning abilities.
• Good references from previous employers.
• Must be willing to undergo a DCPS background check.

Location

You will be assigned to ONE of our 3 locations in NW DC.

Benefits

• - $19 an hour.
• Bi-monthly attendance bonus for eligible employees for consistent attendance.
• Potential to earn more through regular pay increases and performance bonuses, with scheduled, systematic raises.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's development and well-being.
• Chance to gain extra working hours if employed by camps during DCPS closings.
• Must be available for the mandatory training August 17-21. The specific dates for the training will be confirmed by the end of July.
• Additional training provided.

Note

Capitol Language Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and children in our programs.

Job Type

• Part-time
• Pay: $19.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 15 per week