After School Program at Nathan Hale- Program Assistant

Position Type:
After School Program/ After School Programs

Date Posted:
7/18/2025

Location:

Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School

Assist the Program Coordinator in managing daily operations of the out of school programs and activities at building site including

• snack distribution/counts,
• student supervision,
• student attendance,
• development of enrichment activities.

snack distribution/counts,

student supervision,

student attendance,

development of enrichment activities.

Work closely with school administration, staff, and teachers to ensure smooth operation of the program.

Assist students with homework.

Create and foster a high-quality program that implements age-appropriate activities and projects to support the school’s magnet pathway and school day learning.

Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with students, families, principal, teachers, school staff, and program staff at building site.

Attend professional development and training workshops and staff meetings as necessary.

Consistently provide a friendly, professional, courteous environment where students and families feel welcome.

Respect cultural diversity and create an inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative environment.

Submit an accurate time sheet bi-weekly on day indicated to the Program Coordinator.

Assume such other functions as may be determined.

Supervision of Year Round Camp students during 2-week break throughout the school year.

High school diploma or equivalent

Strong communication and organization skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, be self-directed, and problem-solve

Maturity, responsibility, professionalism, and sincere interest in working with school-aged children

Associates degree

Experience with school aged children and/or after-school programming and activities

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO:Program Coordinator/ District Coordinator OST Programs

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Non-bargaining unit employee. Pay is on an hourly basis based on experience. This is a part-time position that runs only during the school year.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:Works successfully under the direction of the Site Coordinator to safely manage a group of students, plan and deliver age appropriate, hand-on, high quality enrichment activities.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:This description of the position of After-School Program Staff – Out of School Programs is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs.

• Assist the Program Coordinator in managing daily operations of the out of school programs and activities at building site including
  • snack distribution/counts,
  • student supervision,
  • student attendance,
  • development of enrichment activities.
• Work closely with school administration, staff, and teachers to ensure smooth operation of the program.
• Assist students with homework.
• Create and foster a high-quality program that implements age-appropriate activities and projects to support the school’s magnet pathway and school day learning.
• Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with students, families, principal, teachers, school staff, and program staff at building site.
• Attend professional development and training workshops and staff meetings as necessary.
• Consistently provide a friendly, professional, courteous environment where students and families feel welcome.
• Respect cultural diversity and create an inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative environment.
• Submit an accurate time sheet bi-weekly on day indicated to the Program Coordinator.
• Assume such other functions as may be determined.
• Supervision of Year Round Camp students during 2-week break throughout the school year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, be self-directed, and problem-solve
• Maturity, responsibility, professionalism, and sincere interest in working with school-aged children

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree
• Experience with school aged children and/or after-school programming and activities
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

SALARY:$21.00/hour

New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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