Dwight Englewood School·Englewood, New Jersey
The Recess & After Care Coach provides oversight and guidance for students during lunch, recess, and after-school programs to ensure a safe and inclusive environment. They facilitate structured and unstructured activities while collaborating with faculty to support student well-being.
Working under the supervision of the Assistant Principal and the D-E 360 Program Director, the Lower School is looking for a full-time Recess & After Care Coach for the 2026-2027 school year.
The Dwight-Englewood Lower School is a place where adults encourage children to embrace every aspect of childhood while paying close attention to each students’ growth and progress. We partner closely with families to ensure the academic, social, and physical well-being of students.
Coaches play an essential role in fostering a safe, inclusive, active, and joyful environment for all students. They provide oversight and guidance for students during lunch, recess, dismissal, after school care, and other key transitions. Working in close partnership with students, faculty, administration, and the after school staff, this role supports a positive culture during the school day and extends that into our after-school program to ensure a seamless and engaging experience for students.
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Monday through
Friday from 10:30am - 6:30pm
This is a 10-month position. New faculty orientation begins in mid to late-August and the school year concludes in late-June.
The compensation is an annual salary of $41,000 along with a competitive benefits package.
Dwight-Englewood School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or military veteran status. The diversity of our student body supports our commitment to employ a diverse faculty and staff. Educators from all backgrounds who bring knowledge and expertise in equity, diversity and multicultural education are especially encouraged to apply.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, walk up and down the stairs, and use hands to finger.
The employee is often required to stand, walk, and reach with their hands.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
This role also requires the employee to be outdoors and physically mobile during all seasons of the year.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Candidates should have an understanding of child development for ages 3-11 and the ability to engage children in play. Familiarity with conflict resolution strategies and relevant certifications like CPR/First Aid are preferred.
Market context
In New Jersey, seasonal camp and recreation roles often draw steady interest when they require lifeguarding and safety credentials. This type of position is competitive because employers look for candidates who already have, or can quickly obtain, Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certification; the listed sign-on bonus and training support can help offset that. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and apply early.
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