Amazing Athletes Afterschool Poetry Instructor Job at Amazing Athletes, New York, NY

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  • Amazing Athletes
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Poetry & Creative Writing Instructor

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 K5 students express themselves through poetry, journaling, and creative storytelling.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead fun and accessible poetry and writing activities tailored for young learners.
  • Encourage students to explore rhyme, rhythm, and voice while building confidence as writers.
  • Plan creative prompts and group sharing circles that invite self-expression.
  • Help students create poetry books, zines, or presentations to proudly share with families.
  • Collaborate with admin and complete all digital reporting tasks.
  • This is you:

    • Experience working with students, preferably elementary age.
    • Strong background in creative writing, poetry, or literature.
    • Experience teaching or mentoring children in writing.
    • Encouraging, warm, and full of creative ideas.
    • Great classroom presence and ability to inspire budding writers.

    The schedule:

    • Day: Thursday & Friday (part-time availability)
    • Time: 2:40 PM - 5:40 PM (broken into two sessions: early session 2:40 PM-4:20 PM and late session 4:20 PM-5:40 PM)
    • Season begins September 4th, however we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2025-26' school year.

    The location:

    PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology - 132 W. 89th Street, New York, NY 10024

    The application process:

    Please apply here or email your resume outlining your teaching experience and passion for working with elementary-aged students to ps166@amazingathletes.com. Join our team and make a positive impact on the youth! We look forward to receiving your application.

Amazing Athletes

Job Tags

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