LearningWorks Afterschool Teacher (Multiple Locations, Southern ME)

LearningWorks•Portland, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) is seeking an Afterschool Teacher to provide engaging instruction and academic support to elementary students in its afterschool program. The teacher works closely with the Site Coordinator and program team to create a structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment, helping students strengthen academic skills, develop positive learning habits, and build confidence inside and outside the classroom. The role also includes lesson preparation, program planning, weekly team meetings, and required professional development. It is a part-time position based in Portland or Saco, Maine, scheduled after school from November through May, with pay of $27.56 per hour. LearningWorks is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth and families through education, workforce development, and community service. LWAS provides academic intervention and enrichment for elementary students in partnership with local school districts. Its programs aim to strengthen literacy and mathematics skills, improve school engagement and learning habits, build social-emotional skills and confidence, and foster positive relationships with peers and caring adults. The program is funded primarily through 21st Century Community Learning Center grants. LearningWorks describes its workplace as collaborative and inclusive, with an emphasis on compassion, creativity, authenticity, relationship-centered work, and professional growth. It is an equal opportunity employer and prioritizes the leadership of people of color and LGBTQ+ individuals, encouraging applications from people of traditionally marginalized identities.

Requirements

State of Maine Teaching Certification or eligibility for Maine certification.
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Experience teaching or working with elementary-aged students.
Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Ability to adapt instruction to different learning, behavioral, and developmental needs.
Creativity, flexibility, and a student-centered approach.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and school partners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Google Workspace, Zoom, and other educational technology tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in an elementary school, afterschool program, or youth development setting.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging academic lessons and enrichment activities that reinforce school-day learning.
Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students needing additional academic support.
Differentiate instruction to address students’ academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.
Establish and reinforce clear student behavior expectations in alignment with partner-school practices.
Review lesson plans, instructional materials, and substitute plans as needed.
Monitor student engagement and progress, and adjust instructional strategies to support student success.
Maintain accurate attendance records and other required program documentation.
Collaborate with the Site Coordinator and program staff to support effective program implementation.
Participate in weekly team meetings focused on student progress, program implementation, and continuous improvement.
Participate in required professional development and training.
Prepare lessons and contribute to program planning.