Teaching Assistant - Summer Program

Job title: Teaching Assistant - Summer Program in Portland, ME at LearningWorks

Company: LearningWorks

Job description: The After-School Ed Tech is responsible for supporting students in an after-school learning environment, assisting with educational activities, and fostering a safe and engaging atmosphere. This position works closely with program staff to provide academic assistance, implement learning tools, and ensure student participation in enrichment activities. This is not a supervisory role.The Ed Tech in the LWAS Program will be responsible for assisting Teachers, Site Coordinators, and the Director with the implementation of a 4-days/week program focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) curriculum and enrichment activities (health/wellness, cultural, social-emotional learning). This part-time position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of engaging, academic, hands-on lessons and activities that will last through the school year.Outside of live program time, additional time may be allotted to attend key pre-program planning and staff meetings and to participate in lesson planning and professional development. This is a part-time, fixed term role to last through the length of the program.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collaborate with a team to plan STEAM curriculum and enrichment activities linked to students' prior knowledge, interests, experiences, and in alignment with the 21st Century grant goals.


• Build positive relationships with students and actively support, model, encourage and inspire them in healthy lifestyle choices (personal, social and academic)


• Assist with establishing and enforcing consistent clear and positive expectations for in-person learning and behavior that is expected of students


• Build positive relationships with students and actively support, model, encourage, and inspire them in healthy lifestyle choices (personal, social and academic). Assist with student behavior challenges as needed.


• Participate in weekly team meetings to communicate program delivery, needs, reflection, and goals for improvement.


• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly environment , and ensure members are on task


• Monitor the LearningWorks email account and other communication platforms daily, and communicate and respond in a timely manner


• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times, in accordance with program expectations, online safety, and remote and in-person learning guidelines.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator or Director.

• High School Diploma is required


• Maine Educational Technician certification or some college experience (preferred)


• Valid certification in First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) (preferred)


• Background check clearance required.


• Experience working with children in an educational or youth development setting.


• Familiarity with educational technology tools and platforms.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.


• Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment

• Experience working with elementary-aged youth preferred


• Enthusiasm for learning and a passion for inspiring the same in children


• Work with diverse communities and low-performing populations preferred. For certain sites, experience working with English Language Learners is a plus.


• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management and computer/technology skills


• Experience and demonstrated understanding of and ability to use various technology including but not limited to: Microsoft Outlook, Google Drive Suite, Zoom


• Flexibility, thoughtfulness, and the ability to creatively problem solve


• Growth mindset and a willingness to learn and apply innovative learning platforms and approaches


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team setting

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer


• Routinely required to stand and walk


• Requires close visual acuity and the ability to adjust focus quickly


• Ability to work in a school or community-based setting with active student participation.


• Frequent standing, walking, and engaging with students.


• Occasional lifting of up to 15-35 pounds.


• Flexible scheduling, including late afternoon and early evening hours.

Expected salary: $18.9 - 18.91 per hour

Location: Portland, ME

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