Afterschool Paraprofessional

Anchor Community Services; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Anchor Community Services (ACS) is seeking an Afterschool Paraprofessional to support students in Decatur, GA, providing homework help, reinforcing learning, and guiding enrichment activities in a safe, structured setting.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed practices, collaboration with teammates, and adherence to program guidelines. This on-site, part-time position offers a chance to contribute to a supportive, youth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in educational or afterschool settings.
• Ability to support academic activities and basic tutoring.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed practices and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Supervise small groups and monitor attendance.
• Assist with homework and classroom learning.
• Facilitate enrichment activities in a safe, structured space.
• Report student needs to program staff and follow policies.

Skills

Experience with kids

Homework help

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed

Organization

Team collaboration

Background checks

Time management

Professional boundaries

Education

High school diploma

Education/psychology coursework

Degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

Anchor Community Services (ACS) is dedicated to empowering children, adolescents, and adults with the skills and resources needed to address life’s challenges independently. The organization focuses on reducing stigma and misconceptions about mental health by promoting open dialogue, education, and awareness. ACS encourages community involvement through donations, volunteering, internships, and advocacy to expand access to mental health services. By working together, ACS aims to end suffering in silence and support individuals in taking meaningful steps toward healing and recovery.

Role Description

The Afterschool Paraprofessional is a part-time, on-site role located in Decatur, GA. This position supports students in an afterschool setting by assisting with homework, reinforcing classroom learning, and facilitating enrichment activities in a safe, structured environment. The Afterschool Paraprofessional helps implement program curricula, promotes positive social and emotional development, and models respectful, inclusive interactions. Typical responsibilities include supervising small groups, maintaining accurate attendance and documentation, communicating student needs and progress to program staff, and assisting with set-up and clean-up of daily activities. The role also involves following organizational policies and safety procedures, and collaborating with teammates to create a supportive, trauma-informed space for all participants.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adolescents in educational, afterschool, or youth development settings, preferably in diverse communities.
• Ability to support academic activities, including homework help and basic tutoring in core subjects such as reading, writing, and math.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries.
• Commitment to mental health awareness, trauma-informed practices, and creating an inclusive, non-judgmental environment for all participants.
• Organizational and time-management skills to manage group activities, transitions, and documentation reliably.
• Ability to follow program guidelines, safety procedures, and directives from supervisors while contributing ideas to improve programming.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or a degree in education, psychology, social work, or related fields is preferred.
• Ability to stand, move, and actively engage with children during program hours, and to pass any required background checks.