MOST - Assistant Teacher/Education Support Professional Malden Out-of-School Time Program (Multiple Vacancies) - [SY25-26]

Malden Public Schools•Malden, MA

28d•$21 - $23

About The Position

Assistant Teacher/Education Support Professional Malden Out-of-School Time Program Overview of the Malden Public Schools : The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. General Description : The Malden Out-of-School Time (MOST) Program provides after school, vacation, and summer programs for the Malden Public Schools. Our programs follow the MPS calendar and the after school programs operate from school day dismissal until 6:00pm including early release days. Full day programs are offered during February and April school vacation weeks and during summer break. It is our mission to provide high quality, affordable, Out-of-School Time care to Malden students in grades K through 6. The Assistant Teacher/Paraprofessional works directly with students to ensure supervision, safety and participation of students in all aspects of the afterschool program. Programs are offered at Beebe School, Forestdale School, Linden STEAM Academy and Salemwood School.

Requirements

Associate’s degree preferred, not required in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Guidance, Human Services, Nursing, Psychology, Physical Education, Recreation, Child Psychology, the Arts, Social Work, Sociology, or Child Care
At least 1 year experience working in with Pre-K and/or school-age children, social emotional learning, project based curriculum planning and/or special education
Ability to set clear limits and supervise Pre-K and/or school age students
Experience working with diverse learners and families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Required to obtain First Aid/CPR Training and complete Mandated Reporter Training within 60 days of hire

Responsibilities

Assisting and/or leading Engage lead small and large group activities
Supervise students during all aspects of the afterschool program including arrival, transitions, homework, snack, bathrooms, outdoor play, enrichment clubs and dismissal
Manage student behavior in accordance with MPS school day/afterschool policy
Implement student accommodations (if applicable)
Maintain classroom environment including set up, maintenance of supplies and clean up
Work collaboratively with after school and school day staff and outside providers
Build positive relationship with families
Participate in all staff training/orientation prior to start of program (August)
Available to participate in monthly site based staff meetings after program hours (5:30 - 6:00 pm)
Other duties as assigned