SSELC Afterschool Program Certified Enrichment Teacher/Instructor

Fitchburg Public School•Fitchburg, MA

31d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitchburg Public Schools Afterschool Program at South Street Early Learning Center is an afterschool program designed to meet the needs of young learners and their families during out-of-school time. The Enrichment Teacher/Instructor plays a vital role in designing and implementing dynamic goals and objectives for young learners. These objectives revolve around standards-based, project-based activities that enhance both academic and social-emotional skills. With your passion for children and belief in their ability to learn and self-advocate, we will create an afterschool environment that is warm, joyful, playful and cultivates learning about social/emotional and other skills to make their school days more successful. Whether working with individuals or groups, the Teacher/Instructor fosters creativity and engagement, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience for students. Afterschool programming will take place during two 9-10 week sessions with orientation/training before the program start, between the two sessions, and one staff meeting at the end for reflection. This posting is for both certified and non-certified teachers/instructors.

Requirements

Both certified and non-certified staff must have an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in education, child development, or a related field (or be working towards an associate degree or higher); or have equivalent job experience in the field.
In order to qualify as a certified teacher/instructor, candidate must have a Certified Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license
Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK-8
SEI Endorsement
Experience in implementing afterschool activities for children;
Ability to plan and facilitate academic enrichment workshops aligned with specific standards/focus in socio-emotional learning;
Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations;
Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents ;
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders;
Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student;
Certified in CPR and First Aid preferred, training will be provided for candidates who don't already possess training;
Applicants must commit to being present for the full duration of the program.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred.
Preference will be given to staff members currently employed as a licensed teacher in FPS.
Certified in CPR and First Aid preferred, training will be provided for candidates who don't already possess training;

Responsibilities

Be prepared to provide specific details with goals and objectives for a 10-week proposed activity;
Please use the cover letter in TalentED to narrate what enrichment activities you could implement that are creative, engaging, and aligned with a SEL educational component.
Prepare and implement a standards-based, project-based activity with a Social/Emotional skill for a minimum of 1 hour per day per session;
Take and maintain daily student attendance;
Provide differentiated instruction to children with special needs and English language learners
Ensure instructional materials are available for students;
Deliver activities/instructions within the specified time frame;
Administer and complete pre/post tests and other surveys and assessments as required by the district;
Maintain and submit student attendance records weekly to the site coordinator;
Other duties as assigned.