Group Leader - OST

Group Leader - OST

Westport Community Schools
Out of School Time Prgm - Westport, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5899294

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Group Leader Out of School Time
5 days per week

Hours:

Part-time. Summer & School Vacation Weeks: 20+ hours varied weekly. School year:
Afternoon hours only. 2:30pm - 5:30pm

REPORTS TO:

Out of School Time Director/Out of School Time Coordinator

JOB GOAL:
Under supervision of the Director or designee, supervise children during playtime, ensuring safety and appropriate interactions.

Direct Child Care:

• Implement age-appropriate activities and learning centers
• Provide individual attention to children as needed.
• Monitor children for signs of distress or potential hazards.

Classroom Support:

• Prepare materials and set up learning environments for activities.
• Lesson plans and curriculum implementation.
• Facilitate small group activities under the Site Coordinator or Program Coordinator supervision.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.

Communication and Documentation:

• Observe, document, and communicate concerning behavior to the Site Coordinator, Program Coordinator or Director
• Maintain accurate records of children's attendance and daily activities.

Safety and Compliance:

• Follow all EEC regulations regarding child safety and hygiene practices.
• Participate in emergency drills and procedures.
• Adhere to all reporting requirements regarding child abuse or neglect.

* Performs such other appropriate tasks as may be assigned from time to time.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $15.50 to $17 Per Hour

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

It is the policy of the Westport Community Schools to maintain a learning and working environment that is free from harassment, violence or discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion,national origin, sex/gender, marital status, homelessness, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, pregnancy or any condition related to pregnancy, or military/veteran status.

* All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00. *

• CPR/First Aid certified required or must obtain CPR/First certification.
  6 months of experience with children graded preK-4 working in a childcare or school setting preferred.
  Ability to work as a part of a team and independently.
  Demonstrate patience, understanding, warmth, and compassion toward children.
  Must be able to work with children who have different abilities.
  Proof of recent physical examination and proof of MMR vaccination or titer.
  Must complete EEC Essentials 2.0 Training.
  Must undergo a background check and fingerprints.
  Must be at least 18.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Human Resources
• 17 Main Road
• Westport, Massachusetts 02790
• Phone:
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• Email: kmcdaniel