Afterschool Poetry Instructor
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
location_on4, East 64th Street, Lenox Hill, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10065, United States
We are seeking a thoughtful and imaginative Poetry & Creative Writing Instructor for our afterschool program at PS166. This position is perfect for someone who believes in the power of words and wants to help K–5 students express themselves through poetry, journaling, and creative storytelling.
At PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation. As an instructor, you will join a passionate team committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment where young writers can grow personally and professionally. Your role is to inspire budding writers by creating a space where they can explore rhyme, rhythm, and voice while building confidence.
The program runs on Thursday and Friday from 2:40 PM to 5:40 PM, broken into two sessions. The season begins September 4th, and we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2025-26 school year. You will collaborate with administration and complete digital reporting tasks while leading fun, accessible activities tailored for young learners.
To apply, please email your resume outlining your teaching experience and passion for working with elementary-aged students to ps166@amazingathletes.com. Alternatively, you may apply via the provided link. We look forward to receiving your application and helping you make a positive impact on the youth.
Work location
Work model: On-site
4, East 64th Street, Lenox Hill, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10065, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead fun and accessible poetry and writing activities tailored for K-5 students
- check_circleEncourage students to explore rhyme, rhythm, and voice while building writing confidence
- check_circleGuide students in creating poetry books, zines, or presentations to share with families
- check_circlePlan creative prompts and facilitate group sharing circles for self-expression
- check_circleCollaborate with administration and complete all required digital reporting tasks
Requirements
- verifiedEnrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or a related field
- verifiedStrong creative writing or poetry background
- verifiedExperience working with children in an educational or mentoring capacity
Nice to Have
Experience in curriculum development. Experience leading writing workshops based classes for youth. Passion for youth storytelling and community-based writing.
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Skills, education and keywords
Education: Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or a related field.
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In this Afterschool Poetry Instructor at Amazing Athletes role, you will lead fun and accessible poetry and writing activities tailored for k-5 students; encourage students to explore rhyme, rhythm, and voice while building writing confidence; guide students in creating poetry books, zines, or presentations to share with families; and plan creative prompts and facilitate group sharing circles for self-expression.
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To qualify for the Afterschool Poetry Instructor at Amazing Athletes position, applicants should have: Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or a related field; Strong creative writing or poetry background; and Experience working with children in an educational or mentoring capacity.
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Afterschool Poetry Instructor at Amazing Athletes is based in 4, East 64th Street, Lenox Hill, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10065, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Educational requirements for this role: Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Literature, or a related field.
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About Amazing Athletes
Amazing Athletes operates in the sports and recreation instruction industry with headquarters in New York, New York. The organization delivers a year-round, structured curriculum designed to introduce children to ten different ball sports while focusing on mastery of six key areas of motor development. Classes are conducted in a non-competitive, learning-based environment where instruction adapts to each child's individual progression level to support their highest potential. Weekly sessions typically cover two distinct sports and one specific motor-development area, incorporating activities that enhance hand-eye coordination, muscle tone, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness.
As a Franchise 500-ranked mobile children's franchise, Amazing Athletes serves families by activating youth to instill a lifetime of healthy habits from an early age. The program's mobile nature allows it to bring these educational experiences directly to communities. For further details regarding locations or enrollment, the company directs inquiries to its official website or a dedicated contact number.
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