8th Grade Summer Bridge Program Coordinator Summer

Position: 8th Grade Summer Bridge Program Coordinator [Summer 2026]
Summer 2026

8th Grade Summer Bridge Program Coordinator (1 position)

Stipend: $40 an hour up to 100 hours for up to $4,000

Context:
This intervention serves 8th grade students that will have difficulty transitioning to Malden High School. The program features a combination of academics and engaging activities designed to foster a positive experience at school.

Time Commitment:

* 20 hours of pre-work during the spring of 2026 to complete hiring and the student selection process

* One 4 week session beginning July 6th through July 30th for a total of 16 days, beginning at 8:00am and ending at 12:00pm. Monday through Thursday.

* 20 hours of prework and 5 hours per day for a total of up to 20 hours per week for one 4 week session. Stipend not to exceed $4,000

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Coordinate referral process and coordinate registration/scheduling of students including all communications with principals, teachers, and caregivers.

* Oversee family communication and outreach to confirm enrollment and share any program updates.

* Communicate with food service and transportation (if applicable) based on student enrollment.

* Develop high-level vision and goal outcomes for students participating in the program.

* Maintain student attendance records.

* Work with teachers and staff to craft lesson plans and daily activities that develop pre-requisites for high school students through student-led projects, team building activities, and academic instruction.

* Conduct full Summer Bridge staff meetings, including team building, sharing timeline and schedules, discussing planning tasks, and assigning lesson/activity plans.

* Hold a welcome session and closing celebration while maintaining an engagement throughout the multi-week program.

Qualifications:

* Valid Massachusetts Teacher Certification, with an SEI Endorsement

* Successful teaching and/or administrative experience.

* Ability to plan and supervise the implementation of standards based curriculum in Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics.

* Ability to relate /communicate effectively with teachers, students, parents, and administrators.

* The coordinator must commit to being present for each day of the program. See dates below for more info.

Qualifications (Preferred):

* Previous experience leading summer or after school programs preferred.

* Experience working in the Malden Public Schools.

* Experience working with middle school and high school students/high school transition

Stipend: $40 an hour up to 100 hours for up to $4,000

Funding Source:
Budget

To Apply:

Apply formally on Talent Ed.

Please note:

All positions are contingent upon student enrollment for summer programming.

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