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EdAdvance

Assistant Teacher After School Program

Litchfield, CT · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Before and After School Programs/Assistant Teacher Date Posted: 6/22/2026 Location: Harwinton, CTEdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for afterschool programs in Connecticut is $15.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.03 and $15.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Afterschool Programs, you need skills in youth supervision, activity planning, and basic educational support, often supported by a background in education or child development. Familiarity with program management software, safety protocols, and CPR/First Aid certification is commonly required. Excellent communication, patience, creativity, and the ability to build rapport with children and families are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that fosters student growth outside regular school hours.

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Staff in afterschool programs often navigate challenges such as managing diverse student needs, maintaining engagement during after-school hours, and addressing behavioral issues. Effective strategies include developing structured yet flexible activity plans, fostering positive relationships with students, and collaborating closely with school-day teachers and parents to support each child. Continuous professional development and open communication within the team also help staff adapt to dynamic situations and create a supportive environment.

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Afterschool programs are organized activities that take place outside of regular school hours, often in the afternoons. They provide children and teenagers with safe, structured environments for learning, recreation, and social development. These programs can include tutoring, sports, arts, STEM activities, and more, aiming to support academic achievement and personal growth. Afterschool programs are typically offered by schools, community centers, or nonprofit organizations and can play a crucial role in helping working families by providing supervision and enrichment for their children.
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Head Teacher - After School Program

Leila Day Nurseries

New Haven, CT

$22 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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About This Role

Head Teacher - After School Programs


Leila Day is in search of a creative, organized, art fluent, nature based educator for our After School Program. Lead teachers are responsible for cultivating an environment of creativity, curiosity, exploration, and joy while supporting the emergent ideas of young children and helping them grow, learn and have fun. Prospective lead teachers must have great classroom management skills, be reliable, and have experience with both outdoor education and working with this age group of children. The Leila Day After School Program supports families with children in grades 1st through 3rd grade.

https://www.leiladay.org/


What You'll Do

Lead teachers will help children problem-solve through play, express themselves through language, print, art,and multiple sign systems, nurture a joyful appreciation for one’s bodily self, support ethical values and emotional intelligence, develop multi-cultural literacies and cultural dignity, and foster authentic connections with the natural world. The lead teacher will be expected to take children on outdoor adventures at least three times a week, organize weekly art projects, lead and/or co-lead their team, maintain an orderly classroom, use the environment as another “teacher,” communicate with parents, complete necessary paperwork, and collaborate with the administration and other staff.


Requirements

We are looking for someone with experience in outdoor education with this or a similar age group, a willingness to spend time with children outdoors and in the woods, a commitment to learn more about outdoor education and the educational philosophy and pedagogy of Leila Day, who can physically keep up with a rambunctious group of 6-11 year olds, and can work cooperatively with the head teacher to further the goals of the afterschool program.


Hours are 2:30-5:30, with additional subbing hours during the school day, if interested. Salary is dependent upon experience and education.


About Us

Leila Day is an accredited, nonprofit child care center serving children of working families from diverse economic, racial and cultural backgrounds from New Haven and surrounding towns. In operation since 1878, this celebrated program's mission is to foster children's social, emotional, intellectual and physical development within a warm and nurturing environment built on sound

principles of child development. Leila Day emphasizes nature and outdoor education. The children and teachers spend time learning outside every day.