Center Aide (Richmond)

Higher Achievement•Richmond, VA

3d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Higher Achievement is a nationally acclaimed youth development organization focusing on high school placement opportunities for middle school scholars. We are seeking a Center Aide in Winter 2026 with paid orientation dates available on a weekly basis! Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus for all Centers, and preferred for Boushall Center! If your passion is working with youth and making a difference through culture principals of respect, spirit, collaboration, and excellence, Higher Achievement is for you! Paid Training provided! Higher Achievement invests in our staff. Attend a multi-day PAID orientation and training preceding work start! Periodic trainings and professional development opportunities throughout the Afterschool Academy Program Year are part of our professional development model. Hours are supportive of school curriculum, current college students encouraged to apply. Summary : The Center Aid at Higher Achievement is a part-time role (Monday-Thursday, 3:30-6:30 PM) responsible for managing a group of 10-15 middle school scholars in a structured, enriching afterschool program. This role involves leading academic support sessions, facilitating engaging activities and electives, and fostering scholar leadership and high school readiness. The Center Aide also oversees program logistics, behavior management, and communication with families.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; current college students encouraged to apply
Experience working with youth required; experience working with middle school students in a classroom setting is strongly preferred
Experience managing groups of up to 15 middle school students is strongly preferred
Commitment to the mission and work of Higher Achievement
Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, scholars, and families
Comfortable with technology
This position requires a criminal background check prior to hire to include state/local municipalities, school district clearances and grant required checks. All clearance checks are paid by Higher Achievement

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus for all Centers, and preferred for Boushall
Experience with data entry and/or administrative tasks strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Effectively manage an intensive and structured classroom (Learning Block) of up to 15 scholars
Ensure that homework is completed by all scholars to a high degree of quality.
Assist scholars in preparing for upcoming quizzes, tests, and projects and coach them to develop strong study skills
Utilize planning time to prepare for Learning Blocks
Support and guide any classroom volunteers to assist scholars with any homework and/or upcoming assignments. Classroom volunteers typically consist of high school students who are alumni or college students
Answer questions and re-teach basic, necessary concepts to scholars
Provide supplemental work or other academic activities for scholars who complete their homework or who have been identified as needing additional help
Other academic activities may consist of completing supplemental assignments or activities on an online platform, assisting scholars with their high school application, or creating opportunities for scholars to work in groups to complete a passion project
Reinforce Higher Achievement's philosophies and positive work culture by holding scholars to high expectations and reinforcing the center behavior management and incentive systems
Create a positive and supportive classroom environment where scholars feel comfortable asking for assistance
Track scholar progress using the center's established tracking mechanisms
Reinforce Higher Achievement culture principals of respect, spirit, collaboration and excellence
Support center staff in completing various administrative tasks including greeting and checking-in scholars, setting up and serving dinner, data entry, making phone calls to parents and families, preparing materials for the day, and ensuring that host site space is left clean and in good condition
Supervise scholars during transitions and other center activities, such as Community Meeting and recess
Communicate with families regarding their child’s progress during Higher Achievement
Uphold and enforce Higher Achievement's culture of high expectations and positive learning environment
Attend scheduled center staff meetings
Determine an engaging elective that you will facilitate multiple days a week
Design the activities to be included our elective, outlining objectives and activities on a monthly basis
Utilize planning time to be prepared with a daily plan to facilitate activities to ensure engagement, safety and structure
Communicate supply needs to Learning Director in a timely manner
Provide supervision and behavior management support to scholars during activities
When possible and appropriate, incorporate students' ideas for activities into elective