PART-TIME AFTER-SCHOOL EDUCATION COORDINATOR
About The Position
LearningWorks is hiring a part-time After-School Education Coordinator to lead its LearningWorks Afterschool program at East End Community School in Portland. The Coordinator serves as the instructional and day-to-day site leader, supporting staff, coordinating programming, communicating with families and school partners, and helping ensure students receive engaging and effective academic support. The role works directly with elementary students, including students performing below grade level, through targeted small-group and individualized instruction. The position is 20 hours per week during the school year, September through May. The scheduled hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2:10–4:10 p.m. and Wednesday from 1:10–4:10 p.m. Additional paid time is provided for planning, staff meetings, professional development, family engagement and administrative responsibilities. Compensation is $28.67 per hour.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
- Experience working with elementary-aged students or in a school, youth-development or educational setting.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in education or youth programming.
- Ability to differentiate instruction and respond to varying academic and behavioral needs.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently.
- Comfort using Google Workspace and other common educational technology.
- Ability to analyze student progress and adjust instruction based on student needs.
- Strong communication, mentoring and conflict-resolution skills.
- Patience and ability to remain calm and supportive when students are struggling.
- Relationship-centered approach to youth development.
Nice To Haves
- Maine teaching certification.
- Elementary teaching experience.
- Experience with academically struggling or historically underserved student populations.
- Transferable experience as an experienced educator, retired or former teacher, Ed Tech, tutor, youth-program professional, or other candidate with a background demonstrating the ability to lead students and staff effectively.
Responsibilities
- Lead the daily operation of the afterschool program.
- Create a structured, welcoming learning environment that promotes academic growth and positive behavior.
- Provide and support targeted academic instruction for elementary students.
- Work with students individually and in small groups, including students performing below grade level.
- Monitor student academic progress and use student data to inform instruction.
- Support enrichment activities that build communication, problem-solving, initiative and perseverance.
- Supervise and support afterschool teaching staff.
- Coordinate daily programming, attendance, transportation and nutrition.
- Maintain relationships with students, families, school staff and community partners.
- Support student recruitment, enrollment and registration.
- Participate in team meetings, planning, professional development and continuous program improvement.
Benefits
- Additional paid time for planning, staff meetings, professional development, family engagement and administrative responsibilities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunity to make a direct difference in the lives of students.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Manager
