Peer Leader/Intern Support Staff - Summer 2026

Fitchburg School District • Fitchburg, MA

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About The Position

Are you a motivated and responsible individual looking to make a positive impact in your community? Join our team as a Peer Leader/Intern Support Staff member and play a key role in supporting enriching afterschool and summer programs for elementary and middle school students. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain hands-on experience in youth development, and work closely with program staff to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for students. Whether helping with academic support, leading recreational activities, or assisting with daily operations, you'll be an important part of a team dedicated to empowering young learners.

Requirements

• Must be at least 14 years of age. Note: Ages 14-15 will only be placed with elementary school students
• Interest in being a positive role model for younger learners.
• Interest in making a difference in the Fitchburg community
• Organized, creative, flexible, and reliable
• Experience in leading activities with youth, or desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all program activities as needed
• Assist with classroom help and skill-building activities for students in the areas of math and ELA. (i.e. math games, reading, vocabulary, and writing activities)
• Assist students in enrichment activities such as games, structured sports, crafts, etc
• Assist site coordinator with meal coverage, snack, recess, transition times, dismissal, and other duties assigned
• Work with the Intern Program Coordinator to plan hands-on lessons and activities that will be offered to students
• Participate in staff meetings and training at the request of the 21st Century Administrator, Summer Coordinator or Intern Program Coordinator (supervisor)
• Participation in orientation and/or in-service professional development as required
• Other duties assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed