After School Lead Teacher

About This Role

💼 Part-Time (with full-day hours on school breaks and holidays)

Hours:

• 🏫 During the school year: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
• 🎒 School holidays & break days: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

We’re licensed and guided by Georgia’s DECAL (Department of Early Care and Learning) and follow Bright from the Start (BFTS) standards to ensure a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.

Now, we’re looking for a School-Age Staff Member who brings energy, creativity, and a heart for kids to our before and after-school program.

What You'll Do

What You’ll Do

• Welcome and supervise children ages 5–12 in before/after-school program during school break & holidays.
• Lead fun activities—arts and crafts, games, learning stations, and outdoor play.
• Support students with homework and encourage good habits and positive choices.
• Help with snack time, cleanup, and classroom transitions.
• Keep children safe and engaged while following all DECAL and BFTS rules.
• Communicate kindly and clearly with parents and fellow staff.
• Bring joy and patience to every day (we’re big on both)!

Requirements

What You Need

• Be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Pass Criminal Records Check
• Must be able to work the schedule listed above
• Prior experience working with children (camp, classroom, church group, babysitting—all great!).
• Willingness to complete CPR/First Aid and DECAL-required training (we’ll help).
• Clear background check and fingerprinting (required by DECAL).
• Team spirit, reliability, and a playful, positive attitude!

Nice To Haves

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with school-age programs, behavior guidance, or enrichment activities
• A knack for storytelling, coaching, crafting, dancing, or building with LEGOs, and STEM
• A heart for ministry and a desire to be a role model for young minds
• Associate's degree in child development or certificate from accredited afterschool program

Benefits

• Continuous professional development in a fun environment
• Competitive Salary
• Merit bonus
• Quality Rated Bonus
• Free Meals & snacks with students

About Us

For over 20 years, Arrow Christian Academy has been dedicated to laying a strong educational foundation for young learners in preparation for kindergarten and beyond. We are proud of our consistent high-quality rating, which reflects our commitment to excellence, nurturing environments, and educational best practices aligned with Georgia Pre-K standards.

In addition to our core early childhood education programs, we provide exceptional before- and after-care services that support busy families and ensure that every child receives care rooted in love, structure, and enrichment. Our popular summer camp program offers children ages 5 to 12 years a safe, engaging, and fun-filled learning experience during the summer months, balancing recreation with continued educational growth.

At Arrow Christian Academy, we believe in partnering with families to foster not just academic development, but also the social, emotional, and spiritual growth of every child entrusted to our care contributing to the legacy of excellence we've built over two decades.