After School Program at Nathan Hale- Program Assistant

After School Program at Nathan Hale Program Assistant

JobID: 3937 Position Type: After School Program/After School Programs Date Posted: 3/12/2026 Location: Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School

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REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator/ District Coordinator OST Programs

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Non-bargaining unit employee. Pay is on an hourly basis based on experience. This is a part-time position that runs only during the school year.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Works successfully under the direction of the Site Coordinator to safely manage a group of students, plan and deliver age appropriate, hand-on, high quality enrichment activities.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This description of the position of After-School Program Staff - Out of School Programs is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs.

• Assist the Program Coordinator in managing daily operations of the out of school programs and activities at building site including snack distribution/counts, student supervision, student attendance, development of enrichment activities.
• Work closely with school administration, staff, and teachers to ensure smooth operation of the program.
• Assist students with homework.
• Create and foster a high-quality program that implements age-appropriate activities and projects to support the schools magnet pathway and school day learning.
• Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with students, families, principal, teachers, school staff, and program staff at building site.
• Attend professional development and training workshops and staff meetings as necessary.
• Consistently provide a friendly, professional, courteous environment where students and families feel welcome.
• Respect cultural diversity and create an inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative environment.
• Submit an accurate time sheet bi-weekly on day indicated to the Program Coordinator.
• Assume such other functions as may be determined.
• Supervision of Year Round Camp students during 2-week break throughout the school year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, be self-directed, and problem-solve
• Maturity, responsibility, professionalism, and sincere interest in working with school-aged children

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree
• Experience with school aged children and/or after-school programming and activities
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

SALARY: $21.00/hour

New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.