After-School Youth Engagement Specialist

Wakefield Academy; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Wakefield Academy in Wakefield, MA, is seeking a part-time assistant for after-school programming. You will engage children across ages in academic, social, and fun activities, supporting staff and helping transitions between activities and arrival/dismissal.

The role emphasizes modeling a positive school culture and supporting students in a structured environment. Compensation is $16 per hour, with posting details indicating a part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in Pre-K to middle school settings.
• Ability to work with students of varying ages.
• Desire to actively engage students in meaningful activities.
• Desire to be a role model for our younger students.
• Ability to apply and model Wakefield Memorial High School's mission statement and core values.

Responsibilities

• Model WMHS's Mission Statement and Core Values while engaging our students and staff.
• Engage and support students in our program with academic, social skills, and other fun/social-based activities.
• Assist adult staff with student engagement and structured/free play.
• Assist adult staff prior to the start of Academic and/or Enrichment programs.
• Assist adult staff with transitioning students to different activities, schedules, as well as arrival and dismissal.

Skills

Experience with children

Varying ages

Student engagement

Role model

Model mission & values

Job description

Wakefield Academy in Wakefield, MA, is seeking a part-time assistant for after-school programming. You will engage children across ages in academic, social, and fun activities, supporting staff and helping transitions between activities and arrival/dismissal.

The role emphasizes modeling a positive school culture and supporting students in a structured environment. Compensation is $16 per hour, with posting details indicating a part-time schedule.