Bitty City Players cultivates young minds through fun, innovative, and active learning. From theater games to scientific exploration and sensory play, our dynamic classes stimulate the imagination and intellect, and develop social-emotional awareness and problem-solving skills.

We strive to create a caring and cohesive team, and a supportive and collaborative environment which enables everyone to do their best work.

This is an excellent position for someone with experience in team management, classroom management, and organization, who loves working with young children in a collaborative and supportive environment, and is seeking a consistent part-time afternoon schedule.

• You are experienced in early childhood education (particularly classroom settings with 3K & PreK)

• You are organized and great at coordinating among a small program staff, school staff, and management.
• You are knowledgeable about the needs, challenges, and development of ages 3-7

• You are a collaborative and flexible team member and an excellent communicator.

• You are patient, positive, and passionate.

• You are self-motivated, on time or early, and reliable.

If this list describes You, come work with us!

Location and Team

We are primarily staffing for an afterschool program at PS 46 in Fort Greene.

You will be part of a team of 2-3 staff members each afternoon with a 1:5 teacher:student ratio.

NOTE: To be in compliance with NYC regulations for school sites, afterschool staff members must be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Schedule and Availability

• Site Director position is 5 days a week (Monday – Friday) from 1:30pm – 6:00pm

• The program schedule follows the NYC DOE School calendar, but will also provide full-day programming during a number of school closures, which are opportunities for additional work hours.

Responsibilities

As a Manager & Teacher

• Print rosters and materials each day and fill out a daily report.
• Prepare and maintain a welcoming, safe, healthy, organized and age-appropriate learning environment.
• Ensure staff members are on schedule, prepared, and following Bitty City procedures.
• Ensure safety and well-being of students, and encourage their participation during outdoor and indoor play, mealtime, and enrichment class time.
• Problem-solve with young children and manage behavior of groups and individual children, using language focused on “choice” and a positive growth mindset.
• Collaborate with other afterschool teachers, liaise between teachers and parents and company director.

As an Employee

• Attend and actively participate in all training sessions and scheduled meetings.
• Follow procedures and meet expectations as outlined in the Bitty City Staff Handbook and during training and orientation.
• Communicate clearly with management.
• Document work hours and submit paperwork on time.

To apply, please send your resume with an explanation of what draws you to the position to admin@bittycityplayers.com. Please highlight which elements of your experience, skills, and background would make you a good fit for the job. After an initial phone call, please be prepared to meet in person and provide work references.

Reminder: Covid vaccination is required for this position.