21st Afterschool Enrichment Instructor

Fitchburg School District Fitchburg Public Schools
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Fitchburg School District Fitchburg Public Schools
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Job : 5901788

Final date to receive applications: Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

(Multiple positions available; dependent upon the number of student participants & pending funding)

The 21st Century After school Enrichment Instructor plays a vital role in designing and implementing dynamic goals and objectives. These objectives revolve around standards-based, project-based activities that enhance both academic and social-emotional skills. Whether working with individuals or groups, this teacher/instructor fosters creativity and engagement, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience for students.

Locations: Crocker, McKay, Reingold Elementary Schools, Longsjo and Memorial Middle Schools, Fitchburg High School

This posting is for both certified and non-certified teachers/instructors
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Qualifications:

• Both certified and non-certified staff must have an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in education, child development, or a related field (or be working towards an associate degree or higher); or have equivalent job experience in the field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• In order to qualify as a certified teacher/instructor, candidate must have a Certified Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license
• Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK–8*
• SEI Endorsement
• Experience in implementing after-school activities for children;
• Ability to plan and facilitate academic enrichment workshops aligned with specific standards/focus in ELA, Mathematics, and Socioemotional Learning;
• Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations;
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents ;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders;
• Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student;
• Certified in CPR and First Aid preferred, training will be provided for candidates who don’t already possess training;
• Preference will be given to staff members currently employed in FPS.
• Applicants must commit to being present for the full duration of the program.

Responsibilities:

The 21st Century After school Enrichment Instructor will:

• Be prepared to provide specific details with goals and objectives for a 10-week proposed activity;
• Prepare and implement a standards-based, project-based activity with a strong academic component and/or Social/Emotional skill for a minimum of 1 hour per day per session;
• Take and maintain daily student attendance;
• Provide differentiated instruction to children with special needs and English language learners;
• Ensure instructional materials are available for students;
• Deliver activities/instructions within the specified time frame;
• Administer and complete pre/post tests and other surveys and assessments as required by the district and 21st Century Grant;
• Maintain and submit student attendance records weekly to the site coordinator;
• Other duties as assigned

All program hours must be during out-of-school time. All duties must be performed during non-contractual hours.

Multiple positions available; dependent upon number of student participants.

Dates and Times: School Year

Hours: Dependent on Site (see below)

Program Implementation:

Academic School Year Program Schedule (subject to change pending funding):

• Staff Orientation: 8/19/26-9/10/26
• PD & Planning: 9/8/26-9/10/26
• Session I: 9/14/26-11/24/26
• PD & Planning: 11/24/26-12/4/26
• Session II: 12/7/26-3/11/27
• PD & Planning: 3/15/27-3/18/27
• Session III: 3/22/27-6/3/27

School Year Program Hours (subject to change pending funding):

• Crocker/Reingold/McKay 3:25 pm-5:55 pm
• Memorial: 1:50 pm-4:20 pm
• Longsjo: 2:25…