Extracurricular Paraprofessional (North Reading)

North Reading Middle School is seeking a Paraprofessional to support middle school students’ participation in Drama and the annual Musical. The schedule includes providing support after school, with the school day ending at 3:00 PM. In this role you will:
Provide support to facilitate student access and participation in extracurricular activities, Support student inclusion and participation, Assist in the implementation of program modifications

Please apply on SchoolSpring herehttps://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=4061928

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

  • Position Type: Part-time
  • Salary: $ 23 to $ 23 Per Hour

Job Requirements

  • Special Education experience preferred
  • Experience working with students who have medical needs preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Job Categories : Athletics & Activities > After School Programs
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Reading Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Kindergarten Co-Teacher Position at the Fessenden School

About Us

The Fessenden School, in West Newton, MA, is an all-boys independent day and boarding school serving 525 students from Pre-K to Grade 9. The School seeks to employ individuals who will  share our commitment to supporting The Fessenden School’s mission to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For over 100 years we have been committed to the education of boys, and our facilities, curriculum, and programs are designed with the necessities of boys in mind. 

Position Title: Kindergarten Co-Teacher
Temporary Full Time from November 2022 to June 2023

Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program

Position Summary

The Fessenden School seeks a Long-Term Substitute Co-Kindergarten Teacher for a self-contained class of 12 to 16 boys. The subbing assignment is expected to run from November 2022 to June 2023.  The Substitute will be responsible for teaching math, social studies, language arts, and reading and assisting in the teaching and integration of Spanish, science, library curriculum and the arts. An integral part of this role is partnering with and complementing the other co-teacher in order to provide the students with a cohesive approach to all aspects of their kindergarten experience. 

Essential Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Teach and stay current with curriculum for math, social studies, language arts and reading, and 21st century learning
  • Incorporate project based learning, educational technology, differentiated learning and cultural competency in lessons
  • Partner with other Kindergarten teachers to coordinate consistency in curriculum and programs within grade level
  • Collaborate and facilitate character education program with Lower School Head 
  • Coordinate reading program with Learning Resources department
  • Exemplify the School’s mission and community principles, including honesty, respect and compassion 
  • Participate in and help facilitate all division and grade level activities
  • Collaborate with colleagues within grade level, division, department and student support services, including the Learning Resources Department
  • Perform duties such as supervising drop off and dismissal, recess, lunch; being a homeroom teacher and/or advisor, grade team member, student club facilitator: leading/assisting with fall orientation, grade trips and events.
  • Maintain all documentation connected with the curriculum and students
  • Review potential student applicants throughout the year
  • Attend faculty meetings; typically on Mondays from 3:00pm to 4:15pm
  • Attend professional development meetings; typically during school year there are three 8:30am to 4:00pm and three 3:00pm to 5:00pm
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance
  • Maintain current CPR/AED & first aid certification and child abuse prevention training
  • Other duties as assigned

Schedule

  • November 2022 to June 2023
  • Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree
  • Experience in instructing children in an academic, athletic, or camp programs
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage a classroom
  • Ability to perform critical thinking, organization, prioritization, and problem solving with minimal supervision
  • Ability to serve in a diverse community of colleagues, students, and parents
  • Enthusiasm and communication skills to engage boys and build meaningful relationships

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The requirements for performing the duties of this position are as follows: 

  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear 
  • Regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel
  • Occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Majority of work is performed in a school/classroom environment, and the noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

To Apply

Every applicant must submit a cover letter, resume, and three references through the Fessenden School Career Website (https://www.fessenden.org/about/employment). Other pertinent materials may be submitted as well if desired.

Internship Opportunities at Summer Camp with Neurodivergent Population

Camp Akeela, a summer camp for children and teens who have been diagnosed with ASD (Level 1) or similar social communication disorders, is beginning their hiring season for summer 2023 and are looking for another group of passionate students to work with us at camp this summer. 

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Postions Open for Entry-Level to Experienced Teachers at Success Academy (NY)

We’re redefining what’s possible in public education. We set out to tackle this education crisis with a groundbreaking school design that delivers a rigorous, whole-child education to students from all backgrounds. Today, as the fastest growing, highest-performing charter school network in New York, our network of 47 K-12 schools outperforms every district in the state, proving irrefutably that all children are capable of excellence.

Job Description

We are hiring for this year and the next fall!

Success Academy is looking for passionate people to join our family and make a big impact – on the lives of NYC’s children and in their own career. We welcome all majors and backgrounds, no teaching degree required. If you’re a good fit, you’ll be trained, developed, mentored, and coached alongside a team of strong, collaborative peers. Our school design and curriculum are cutting-edge, and you’ll be set up with all of the technology, supplies, and tools necessary. You’ll be able to focus on growing your students, growing yourself, and growing your network. We are a driven, fun group of top-performers and we would love to work with you!

In this role, you will learn to:

  • Share your passion with kids for science, math, literature, and/or history
  • Develop strong, meaningful relationships with students, their families and your peers and mentors
  • Inspire curiosity and love of learning to empower children emotionally and intellectually
  • Assess and analyze data to chart your student’s growth and achievement, and tailor your own teaching methods accordingly
  • Tackle challenges in and out of the classroom, using problem-solving as a springboard for personal growth

We invite you to apply if you are:

  • A bachelor’s degree graduate by your first day of work with Success Academy.
  • A great student – with an outstanding academic record.
  • Goal-oriented — you set a high bar for yourself and others, and love doing the work to clear it. 
  • Confident and present — you take the lead and inspire others with your passion and commitment.
  • A team player — If you’ve played on a team, you’ll fit right in. Collaboration is at the center of our work.
  • An experienced leader — Have you held a leadership position in a club? Experience managing people or working with a group of kids? We’d love to hear from you.
  • Detail oriented– even with multiple responsibilities and balancing priorities 

About Success Academy Charter Schools

Success Academy is a high-achieving, leading-edge network of 47 public charter schools serving 21,000 students in grades K-12 throughout New York City. We set out to tackle this country’s public education crisis with a groundbreaking school design that delivers a rigorous, whole-child education to students from all backgrounds. Today, our acclaimed network of 47 public schools outperforms every district in New York State and is a national model for academic excellence, opportunity, and equity.

Already an employee of Success Academies? Please go to your Okta Dashboard> Workday> Applications> Career to apply via our Internal Careers page.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at https://jobs.successacademies.org/working-here/.

To apply, visit: https://jobs.successacademies.org/us/en/apply?jobSeqNo=SUACUSR0009596EXTERNALENUS&step=1

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Teacher’s Assistant Position Open at St. Ann’s Home, Inc.

St. Ann’s Home & School, in Methuen, MA, is a leader in special education and residential programming, offering private day programs, child and adolescent residential services, along with a broad range of outpatient services We are currently seeking teacher assistants for our education program. Candidates for this position must possess a bachelors degree. Responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for the implementation of small group lessons in language and math
  • Assist the classroom teacher in other subject areas
  • Responsible for much of the one-to-one attention given to children who need extra help
  • Participate in weekly supervision, attend staff meetings, and participate in our in-service training program
  • Participate in meetings with the treatment teams regarding the children in their classrooms

There are incredible benefits to working at St. Ann’s home which include:

  • $19.00 Starting Salary
  • Ability to pick up additional overtime shifts in our residential program
  • Tremendous opportunity to gain valuable experience and skills that will position you for success in any aspect of the special education/human services field!
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical Plan with employer covering up to 90% of the cost
  • $2500 Per Year Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401K and Employer Contributions to the Retirement Plan
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Opportunities for further advancement at St. Ann’s Home

Teacher assistants should be able to sit for long periods of time, drive a motor vehicle, write extensively, talk for long periods of time, and be able to communicate with other agency personnel, LEA representatives, families and the children. Teacher assistants should be able to react quickly, lift and carry up to 20 pounds, climb stairs and be able to physically restrain youth in an emergency to ensure everyone’s safety is maintained. Staff are trained in current best practice techniques to safely respond to occasional aggressive, self-injurious or unsafe behaviors.

The mission of St. Ann’s Home & School is to provide a continuum of assessment, treatment, educational, and community-based services for children, adolescents, and young adults who present with a variety of mental health, emotional, and educational challenges. We seek to provide state-of-the-art programming and services in collaboration with these clients, their families, and other community and state agencies to help them manage their disabilities through our residential, day school, and community outreach programs with the goal of supporting the child in the least restrictive setting.

Schedule: Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations: Weekly COVID 19

Testing Education: Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

To apply, please visit: https://www.st.annshome.org/careers/why-work-at-st-anns/

Position Open at White Mountain Science, Inc.

Hiring Contact
Mike Carmon (Director of Programs) at: mcarmon@whitemountainscience.org

Deadlines
Job is open until filled; Candidates to start immediately

Home Base
Littleton, NH

About White Mountain Science, Inc.
Check out this video to learn more about WMSI and our mission! White Mountain Science, Inc. (WMSI – pronounced ‘whimsy’), develops and delivers highly engaging and fun STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs with the goal of teaching creative problem solving to students and teachers.

Job Description
WMSI is seeking a caring, enthusiastic problem-solver! WMSI develops and delivers hands-on STEM programs all around New Hampshire and northeastern Vermont. A Program Instructor independently facilitates hands-on, educational STEM programs for students 3-5 days per week in northern New Hampshire and Vermont locations. This Instructor’s primary focus is working with school teachers to provide high quality school-day and after-school STEM education for elementary school students, as well as some middle and high school students. Mentorship of high school students in an effort to train them as assistant instructors is also an integral part of the Instructor role. This position involves an active role in lesson prep and driving a van to multiple locations within 1.5 hours of base in Littleton to facilitate programs. Office hours spent organizing teaching materials, assistance in the creation and evaluation of engaging lessons, creating documentation for future instructors, and additional office tasks are also included in this position.

Duties Will Include:

  • Regular facilitation of off-site and on-site STEM-based youth programs, camps & workshops for primarily elementary school students, as well as some middle and high school students
  • Support with STEM-based teacher coaching and professional development workshops
  • Training and mentorship of high school youth instructors 
  • Organization & maintenance of program-related resources & equipment
  • Regular communications with teachers and other stakeholders at partner schools
  • Assistance in preparation & evaluation of lesson curriculum
  • Assistance in evaluation of all programs
  • Assistance in organizational maintenance tasks related to running a non-profit

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be motivated and self-directed
  • At least 1-3 years experience working with youth – essential
  • Ability to support and empower students in the creative problem-solving process – essential
  • Ability to set a positive environment within a room – essential
  • Interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and math – essential
  • Completion of post-secondary degree or equivalent experience – preferred
  • Prior science, technology, engineering, or math training – a plus
  • Strong communication and organization skills 
  • A flexible team player who is willing to learn from mistakes and adapt
  • Motivated to improve as an instructor and facilitate new material
  • Comfortable driving a van long distances safely in variable weather conditions

Schedule:

  • Full-time position (40 hours per week)
  • Programs take place during the school day and/or after-school timeframe
  • Occasional evening and/or weekend programs possible

Job Compensation:

  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Additional benefits package, including: paid holidays and vacations, paid sick time, medical insurance, and retirement benefits (subject to initial waiting periods)

 Perks:

  • Annual Local Benefits Stipend
  • Annual Professional Development stipend
  • In-house opportunities for Professional Development, including: training with 3D printers, LASER cutters, robotics, and much more!
  • Discounted items from Sparkfun.com
  • Outdoor pro deals
  • Collaborative and engaging work environment

Physical Exertion Environmental Conditions 
Required to sit for extended periods of time, stand frequently, use fine motor skills to operate equipment, and lift and/or move 40 pounds or less.

WMSI encourages applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnicities, nationalities, backgrounds and ages.

How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to Mike Carmon at: mcarmon@whitemountainscience.org

Final candidates subject to a criminal background check.

*White Mountain Science, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Littleton, NH.*

Apply to be a Dorm Counselor!

DURATION: Temporary / Seasonal

CONTACTS: Rick Mades

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Advertising, Media & PR, Design / Art, Education / Teaching / Training, Other

JOB ROLES:

Elementary School Teachers, Middle School Teachers, High School Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Teachers and Instructors, All Other, Teaching Assistants (Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School), Dancers and Choreographers, Photographers, Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

To apply, go to: https://maineartscamp.com/summer-camp-job/apply.aspx

MAINE ARTS CAMP

A small, creative camp community for children/teens ages 9-17. Extensive programs in the visual arts, theater, culinary arts, music, film photography, dance, technology, and more. Located on the beautiful campus of the White Mountain School in Bethlehem, NH. The camp runs during the month of July.

(225) Dorm counselor – arts, theatre, dance, film making, photography, outdoor activities and more | Maine Arts Camp | Handshake (joinhandshake.com)

RA Opportunity

We are recruiting one graduate student at the master’s or PhD levels to work with us in the development of a mathematical mindsets and identities tool that will be used in a larger project that will explore students’ different pathways through middle and high school algebra.

We have funding for up to 20 hours per week for the remaining weeks of Fall 2022. The position begins October 31st. All work could be done remotely. 

If you are interested, please send a brief email and your CV to Susanne.Strachota@tufts.edu.

Program Assistant/Intern/Instructor Position for The Boys’ Room

Seeking a Program Assistant/Intern/Instructor for the 2022-2023 academic school year. All are welcome to apply but a Black/Brown male student in their junior/senior or graduate year is preferred. The responsibilities of the Program Assistant/Intern/Instructor would be the following but are not limited to:

  • Attending weekly staff meetings in person and/or online
  • Attending weekly Boys’ Room Group Meetings in person and/or online
  • Assisting Program Founder with devising weekly curriculum for the kids
  • Researching topics assigned by Program Founder
  • Organizing and coordinating visits for guest speakers
  • Seeking Leadership workshops for participants to attend
  • Identifying community service opportunities for participants to attend
  • Helping to maintain (Trello) calendar
  • Sending weekly informational emails to parents 
  • Maintaining Social Media posts on FB and IG
  • Must be familiar with google docs

The hours needed weekly are anywhere from 6-10 hours.

For more information on this position, click here.

For more information on The Boys’ Room, you can visit their website or view this informational video.