After Care Program Staff Member

Fort Worth Academy is seeking a part-time, enthusiastic, and passionate staff member for our after-school care program for the 25-26 school year.

Degree/Education: A minimum of a high school degree and early childhood experience is required. A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is highly desired.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include collaborating with one other staff member to care for students in grades K-4 during after-school hours, providing homework assistance, and engaging students in play activities in a nurturing environment. The position is $25 an hour, Monday through Friday, 2:30-6 p.m.

Skills:

• Compassionate, optimistic, and flexible.
• Cultivates a safe and supportive environment for young students and establishes a working relationship with parents who place a high value on the education of their children.
• Excellent communication skills and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong classroom management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Enjoys and understands the importance of lifelong learning.
• Team player who is energetic and willing to take initiative.

Fort Worth Academy is recognized as a leader in progressive education for students in grades K-8. Founded in 1982, FWA is home to approximately 200 students engaged in an innovative approach to teaching and learning that has moved the school to the national and international forefront of education. FWA offers an experience expertly designed for the foundation years: kindergarten through grade eight. Small class sizes of no more than fifteen students ensure every child receives highly personalized attention. A diverse, welcoming environment inspires students to discover and pursue their own paths to excellence, and a comprehensive curriculum offers challenges in academics, athletics, and the arts. As a result, the Academy’s graduates enter high school prepared to excel. They are self-aware, confident, and motivated. The Academy’s graduates are aggressively recruited by the area’s premier high schools and attend nationally-ranked colleges and universities.

Please send your letter of interest and resume to employment@fwacademy.org to be considered for this position.