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The short version of this description is:
- Pay: $60 per class, plus 50 cents per extra mile after 20 miles in a roundtrip.
- Location: CPS - Burley Elementary School (1630 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60657).
- Dates: September 9th - December 9th, 2025.
- Grade: 3rd - 8th
- Number of Classes: 12
- Schedule: every Tuesday from 3:30PM - 4:30PM.
- About Nexplore (www.nexploreusa.com): is an after-school program. You will be teaching Art (Manga) to school-age children. Materials and curriculum are provided.
Qualifications:
- Part-time position
- 2+ years teaching/instructing (preferred)
- Passion for education and fostering the joy of learning in children
- Experience working with children
- Educational (development or training) experience
- Teaching degree or certificate is a PLUS!
- Must commit to the full proposed schedule
- Great communication and presentation skills
Responsibilities
- Create engaging and educational after-school activities for children
- Implement lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and abilities.
- Manage classroom behavior and ensure a safe environment for all students.
- Provide individualized support to students who require extra assistance.
- Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and school administration.
- Utilize first aid skills when necessary to ensure the well-being of students.
Requirements
- Reliable transportation
- Willing to complete a background check and fingerprints
- Willing to complete mandatory training
Why Join Nexplore:
In addition to joining a rapidly growing national educational enrichment service organization, you will be supporting youth to foster a joy of learning and strengthen their 21st century life skills. You will join a team of passionate educators and professionals to strengthen our program offerings and organizational impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-aligned teacher looking to grow professionally and impact education services locally.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: 1 per week
Application Question(s):
- Most (but not all) after-school classes are in the afternoons. Are you available from 3:30 pm onwards?
- Are you willing to complete a background check?
- Are you willing to complete site-specific training (Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter, etc.)?
- Have you tested Negative for TB Test in the last 5 years?
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Please confirm your zip code.
- Are you looking for a part-time or a full-time job?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person