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About the Role

We are seeking an energetic, dependable, and experienced School Age Program Lead Teacher to lead our after-school program. This position is perfect for an educator who enjoys creating enriching experiences for elementary-aged children through hands-on learning, STEM activities, arts and crafts, homework support, outdoor play, and social-emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging after-school activities that promote creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and confidence for school-age children.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where children feel supported, respected, and encouraged to learn through play and exploration.
• Supervise and actively engage children during homework time, STEM activities, arts and crafts, outdoor play, group games, and enrichment experiences.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and weekly activity schedules that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Maintain active supervision at all times while ensuring compliance with New York State OCFS teacher-to-child ratios and health and safety regulations.
• Build positive relationships with children and families through open communication, daily updates, and a welcoming classroom environment.
• Lead and support Assistant Teachers by modeling best practices, encouraging teamwork, and maintaining a positive program culture.
• Observe children's interests, strengths, and developmental progress to help create meaningful learning experiences.
• Prepare and maintain classroom materials, activity spaces, and documentation while ensuring the program remains clean, organized, and engaging.
• Complete attendance records, incident reports, and other required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with all New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements, company policies, and quality standards.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, compassion, reliability, and a commitment to providing exceptional care for every child.

Requirements

• Must meet New York State OCFS qualifications for a Lead Teacher in a licensed School Age Child Care (SACC) program.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with school-age children in an after-school program, childcare center, daycare, summer camp, youth program, or elementary school setting required.
• Ability to actively engage with children throughout the day, including standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 40 pounds, and participating in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required New York State background clearances and regulatory requirements, including fingerprinting, criminal history review, and Statewide Central Register (SCR) clearance.
• Candidates must also meet all applicable health, immunization, and training requirements in accordance with New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of child development
• Strong knowledge of classroom management
• Strong knowledge of age-appropriate programming for school-age children
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Location

• Licensed Childcare Center

Work Type

• Monday–Friday
• 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Experience Level

• Previous experience working with school-age children
• Previous leadership experience preferred

Education Level

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Recreation, or a related field preferred.

Salary/Compensations

• $17 - $23 an hour

About the Company

• At Magical Beginnings, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging place to learn, grow, and belong.
• Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments.
• We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Equal Opportunity

• Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
• All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
• Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.