21st Century Afterschool Enrichment Instructor

Fitchburg School District; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitchburg Public Schools in Fitchburg, MA is seeking a 21st Century Afterschool Enrichment Instructor for the 2026-2027 SY. The role involves designing dynamic, standards-based activities to boost academic and social-emotional skills, working with both certified and non-certified staff across multiple sites.

You will plan, implement, and assess 10-week activities, maintain attendance, and provide differentiated instruction to diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in education, child development, or related field (or working toward degree)
• Master’s Degree preferred for certified instructors
• Experience in after-school activities and ELA/Math/socioemotional learning is desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide 10-week, standards-based activities with clear goals/objectives
• Deliver 1+ hour daily sessions with academic and SEL components
• Take and maintain daily attendance
• Deliver differentiated instruction for diverse learners
• Prepare materials and manage time within program hours
• Administer pre/post assessments as required
• Maintain attendance records and report to site coordinator
• Commit to full program duration

Skills

After-school programs

ELA/Math focus

Social-emotional learning

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor's degree preferred

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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21st Century Afterschool Enrichment Instructor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901788

Application Deadline: Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

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

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

21st Century Afterschool Enrichment Instructor - SY 2026-2027

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

The 21st Century Afterschool 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.

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 Afterschool 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:

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 pm-4:55 pm
• FHS: 2:05 pm-4:35 pm

Total Compensation: Not To Exceed (NTE) 358 hours at $35/hr ($12,530.00). This amount includes all program time as well as all prep and wrap-up required. Enrichment Instructors receive up to 2.5 hours program time, 0.25 hours additional prep/planning time per day of programming, and 10 hours per session (30 for the school year) for planning and meetings. Timesheet submission required for payment bi-weekly.

Funding Source: 21st CCLC Grants, City Funding, Other grants

Applicants must commit to being present for the full duration of the program.

The responsibilities and duties listed are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Notice of Non-Discrimination The School Committee’s policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, employees, and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or equal treatment in its programs and/or activities in compliance with state and federal law. Questions related to this policy must be addressed to: The Office of Human Resources, 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $35 to $35 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Lauren Mountain , 21st Century Administrator
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]