LearningWorks After School Teaching Assistant (Saco)
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LearningWorks
Portland, ME, US
Summary
The Teaching Assistant supports teachers in delivering academic instruction and enrichment activities for elementary students. They provide small-group and one-on-one support while fostering a safe and welcoming classroom environment.
Job Description
LearningWorks After School Teaching Assistant
Location: Southern Maine, Multiple Locations
Schedule: Part-time After School (Sept - May)
Compensation: $19.85
ABOUT US
LearningWorks is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering youth and families through education, workforce development, and community service. Our mission is "Equipping Maine learners with the confidence and skills to realize their full potential."
Through relationship-centered programming, LearningWorks helps young people create pathways for long-term success. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where staff are encouraged to bring compassion, creativity, and authenticity to their work every day.
ABOUT LEARNINGWORKS AFTERSCHOOL (LWAS)
LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) provides high-quality academic and enrichment programming for elementary students. LWAS partners with local school districts to help students strengthen foundational literacy and mathematics skills, improve school engagement, and develop the social-emotional skills necessary for academic success.
LearningWorks Afterschool is funded primarily through 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) grants and is delivered in partnership with local school districts.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Teaching Assistant works alongside the Site Coordinator and classroom Teachers to provide academic support to elementary students participating in the LearningWorks Afterschool Program.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and believes every student can succeed when provided with encouragement, consistency, and individualized support. The Teaching Assistant plays an important role in creating a structured, welcoming classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Support teachers in delivering engaging academic instruction and enrichment activities that reinforce school-day learning
- Provide small-group and one-on-one academic support
- Work collaboratively with Teachers, Site Coordinators, and school staff to meet individual student needs
- Observe student progress and communicate success and concerns with Teachers and Teaching Site Coordinators
- Participate in weekly team meetings, staff trainings, and professional development opportunities
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Experience working with youth; experience with elementary-aged students preferred
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
- Experience using technology, including Microsoft Outlook, Google Drive Suite, Zoom, and other educational technology platforms
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
- Some college preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma
- Experience working with youth
LearningWorks is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize the leadership of people of color and LGBTQ+ individuals and strongly encourage people of all traditionally marginalized identities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
