Author Archives: Jasper Zellmer

“You’re With Us” Peer Mentoring Opportunity

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You’re With Us! is a non-profit organization and DDS service provider that builds community and belonging among young adults with disabilities. 

Description: With the Fall semester approaching, the organization is looking for students who may be interested in a paid opportunity to mentor some participants (typically aged from 22 to 30). As part of the peer mentoring program, the goal is to empower participants to lead more fulfilling and independent lives. This often includes supporting them in job searches, exploring new hobbies, and encouraging opportunities for social inclusion. 

The organization is especially looking for male students at the moment, as a few of their participants are hoping to be paired with mentors of the same gender. That said, they are always excited to welcome committed mentors of all backgrounds.

Contact: Shira@yourewithus.org if interested

Regular weekend and occasional weeknight babysitter [Medford]

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Description: Looking for a regular babysitter for 2-3x month for weekend nights and an occasional weeknight for our 3 young kids – twin boys age 6 and girl is age 9. Our previous sitter of 2 years graduated from Tufts this past spring, so we are looking for someone new!

Location: We are located in Medford Square, just 5 min. from Tufts. Hours typically 5-10 PM, and dates can be flexible based on mutual needs and schedule. $25/hour. References required. 

Ideal if you are a grad student in a helping profession – Occupational therapy, early childhood education, psychology, social work, special education etc. Also ideal if you have a car, but can accommodate those without.  

Contact: julia.marie.w@gmail.com if interested!

Household helper wanted [Cambridge]

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Description: We are looking for someone to come to our apartment weekly on Wednesdays for ~2.5 hours during the day to help us with household tasks to be mutually agreed upon. This could include laundry, dishes, cooking a meal for us to eat later, packing kid lunches.

Pay: 50 dollars per visit

Location: North Cambridge, near community path

Interested?  Contact tjburrows90@gmail.com and specify if you have preferences on tasks.

Quincy Public School District Job Opportunities

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Quincy Public Schools is seeking highly qualified educators who reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of our students and community, are committed to the ideals of public education, can engage effectively with students and parents, and are committed to providing high-quality, antibiased, and culturally responsive learning opportunities for students.

Quincy Public Schools has many recent job postings available, including opportunities in special education, school psychology, math and science, and many more. Please refer to their official website for a full listing and descriptions of all their great opportunities.

Quincy Public Schools opportunities

You may consider joining the district as a substitute or paraprofessional in the meantime to gain experience and connections in the district. They are also working on several grants to provide free tuition for Masters programs in Special Education and ESL for their employees. Joining as a paraprofessional is a great way to gain experience in the district while potentially furthering your education (subject to receiving grant funding).

If interested, please submit an interest form and refer to the website above for further information.

Occasional Summer Babysitter (West Medford)

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We are looking for a responsible, occasional babysitter to care for our 12 month old in West Medford. Our little one is very active and social, loves to play games and is generally very easygoing. No extra responsibilities other than caring for our little one, feeding meals/snacks and changing diapers.

Availability: Occasional weekdays June-August, and/or weekends. Our schedule is very flexible (mom is a teacher who is off for the summer) but looking for someone who might want to pick up a few hours once or twice a week during the day, and/or one evening a week. Ideally would love to get to know someone who is available in the fall as well but not required.

Location: West Medford, near Playstead Park

Compensation: $25/hour
Contact: Please contact Kayla at butlerfamily207@gmail.com and include your summer availability. 

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Annual STEAMS Exposition

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The Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Annual STEAMS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics and Social Studies) Exposition will be held on Tuesday, June 10th. The STEAMS Expo is more than a traditional science fair. Banneker’s hallways and classrooms will feature each grade level’s capstone projects, all related to the theme of “Discovering the Wonders of Water”.  

Visitors will dive into ecosystems such as kelp forests, glaciers, coral reefs, and wetlands.  They will investigate the dangers of water pollution, experiment with water filtration, understand water’s critical role to life on Earth, and much, much more!

Guests are free to move from exhibit to exhibit, talk to the students, and immerse themselves in the presentations, many of which are interactive. Presentations will be ongoing throughout the day and evening, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Your presence is welcome at any time that is convenient for your schedule! 

The Banneker is a charter public school serving students in grades K1-6 from throughout the City of Cambridge and beyond. The Banneker is committed to providing students a rich and supportive learning experience that enables them to excel as learners and citizens, and the school has been recognized as a Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education.

Your presence would mean a great deal to Banneker’s students, families, and educators!

Please contact Lindsay Mark at lmark@banneker.org to RSVP and for more information. 

Babysitter Needed for 2 Year Old (Lexington)

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This family is looking for afternoon care on weekdays and weekends for their 2-year-old son. The frequency would be about 3-4 times a month, if not more.

Job Description:

Primary responsibilities would be undertaking appropriate creative/educational/outdoor activities, reading to and with the child, reinforcing appropriate discipline, and tidying play areas. The house has two cats who are very friendly and won’t require any monitoring. No housework or meal prep required. They live within a 10 minute walk from Downtown Lexington.

Child is adventurous, friendly, creative, and is a ton of fun! He loves playgrounds, trucks and making new friends.

They are looking for someone who enjoys the company of toddlers, warm and kind with an adventurous spirit. A background in child development and/or experience babysitting would come in handy (though isn’t necessary). 

Requested Hours:  Thursdays and Fridays 3-6 and occasional Saturdays/Sundays from 12-4 or 4-6.

Pay: $20-$25 based on experience.

Start date: ASAP, through the rest of the semester, and hopefully next semester (and next year), too.


If interested, please email cassandre.voltaire@gmail.com or text 857-236-9015.

Babysitter Needed [Davis Square]

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Afternoon Babysitting, 4yo and 6yo, 7 minute walk to Davis Square

Seeking an experienced babysitter to care for a 4 year old and six year old. The family is looking for someone who can do daycare and school bus pick-up from 3:30 – 5:00pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays in May and June. Potential for some full days in the summer or weekends if you are a good fit for each other. 


Pay: $25-28 an hour based on experience. 

If you’re interested please email Kara Vidal (A&S ’10) at vidalkiddocare@gmail.com and include: a) your childcare experience; b) whether you can commit to all Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays in May and June; and c) whether you’d be interested in potential evenings, weekends, or summer days.

After School Staff [Arlington, Medford]

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Ready, Set, KIDS! is now hiring after school staff for the 2025-2026 school year! Programs are designed for Kindergarten through 3rd grade students, and have locations in both Arlington and Medford (the Medford location is just a short walk from campus, on North St). Part-time positions are available for Monday-Friday 2-6pm. If interested, contact afterschool@ready-set-kids.com. 

Teacher Leader [Stoneham]

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Teacher Leader/Co-Head of Mulberry Forest Montessori School

Are you a nature-loving Montessori leader committed to community care, accessibility, and land stewardship? Mulberry Forest Montessori (currently based in Stoneham, MA) seeks a Teacher Leader to co-lead a nature based Montessori Wildflower school. This role includes both teaching and collaborating on the administration and operation of a non profit independent school.

Your Role

In collaboration with founding co-Teacher Leader and the MFM Board, the co teacher-leader responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Co-Teaching
    • Co-teaching children ages 3-6; 6-9 or 9-12 using authentic Montessori methods infused with anti-bias, anti-racist practice
    • Maintaining online student observations, records, and data
    • Participating in professional development as liberatory Montessori leaders and co-teachers
    • Embracing a wide variety of seasonal conditions as pedagogical inspiration. 
  • Family Engagement & Support
    • Clearly and positively communicating with families (meetings, emails, calls, newsletters, family education events)
    • Marketing the school through deep community engagement, social media, and a website presence
    • Managing an inclusive admissions and enrollment process (tours, applications, admissions decisions, enrollment paperwork)
    • Managing scholarship programs and state subsidies
  • School Operations and Administration
    • Maintaining strong systems for financial management, human resources, licensing, and compliance 
    • Creating the annual school calendar and daily routine
    • Conducting ongoing evaluation of the program for continuous improvement and sustainability
    • Engaging in reflective peer evaluation of co teacher-leader
    • Selecting and reviewing curriculum for anti-racist, anti-bias content
    • Assessing weather conditions for determining indoor/outdoor balance.
    • Maintaining high air quality indoors, engaging with students and parents on public health best practices.

Experience 

  • At least 3 years of Montessori Lead Guide experience (ideal)
  • Montessori elementary I and II or primary credential required or willing to obtain
  • School administration or educational leadership experience preferred but not required

Hours & Benefits 

This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with experience. Mulberry Forest Montessori offers health benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, opportunities for ongoing professional development, and connection to the wider Wildflower community and supports.

Learn more here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fykmbZdn5ya_6_GAue-8899pi2A4GCUDhPZ7pQuuz7c/edit?tab=t.0