ASAP Before and After School Instructor (20+ hr position) (3316)

District Wide

Natick (MA)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 41,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Natick Public Schools invites applications for a Before AND After School Full-Time Instructor. The role involves delivering safe, engaging activities for students enrolled in the Natick Early Risers and After School Programs across before and after school sites.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year experience with youth, and strong group leadership with families. Pay ranges from $25 to $30 per hour; benefits are eligible for 20+ hrs/week.

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or GED.
  • One year or more of experience working with youth in an organized setting.
  • Ability to lead large groups and communicate effectively with families.

Responsibilities

  • Provide educational, enrichment, and recreational activities to students as directed by the Site Supervisor.
  • Observe and manage student behavior according to program procedures.
  • Greet families at pick-up and support each child in developing social skills.
  • Assist with program planning, setup, and cleanup of activities.
  • Follow health and safety procedures and report injuries or incidents.
  • Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Lead large groups
Communication with families
Youth engagement
Flexibility
Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Phone
Intercom
Radios
PC/Computer

Job description

ASAP Before and After School Instructor (20+ hr position) (3316)

Natick Public Schools District Wide - Natick, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5916325

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Natick Public Schools Seek

Before AND After School Instructors

We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools.

The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging, and where connectedness and belonging are valued and actively cultivated. We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world.

We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive.

Job Title

Before AND After School Full-Time Instructor

Location

TBD

Reports To

Site Supervisor(s)

Work days/FTE

183 days/27.5-30 hrs/wk

Before School: 7.5-10 hrs/wk &

After School: 20 hrs/wk

(Extra Hours on Early Release Days)

Salary/Benefits

Salary and benefits per the Non Rep Schedule

Benefits Eligible?

Yes (20+hrs/wk)

Profile of a Natick Educator

JOB GOAL: Under supervision of the Site Supervisor(s), depending on placement, provide a safe and caring environment and lead enrichment and recreational activities for children enrolled in the Natick Early Risers and After School Activities Program, a creative, community service-oriented environment. The Instructor works at both a before school and after school site.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Graduate or have a G.E.D.

Preferred Experience
  • One year or more of experience working with youth in an organized setting.
  • Ability to lead large groups and communicate effectively with families.
Skills
  • Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed
  • Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
  • Candidates must be flexible and collaborative
  • Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth

Alternative degrees/experience may be substituted for the above at the discretion of the Superintendent, if such a substitution brings a strong candidate forward.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
  • Phone, intercom, radios, personal computer, scanner, copy machine, calculator, camera, printers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (not limited to)

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

  • Provide educational, enrichment, and recreational activities to students as directed by the Site Supervisor. Contribute ideas for activities and special events. Lead a minimum of one club per school year.
  • Observe and manage student behavior according to program procedures. Report progress and concerns to Site Supervisor.
  • Be alert and sensitive to the individual needs of the children, maintain physical and emotional safety, and support each child in developing social skills. Treat all children and families with kindness and respect.
  • Be familiar with the parents of all children in assigned group. Greet families at pick-up every day.
  • Assist with the following tasks:
    • Program planning and development.
    • Set up and put away equipment (outside and inside).
    • Clean activity and storage spaces; leave all areas clean and free of trash/debris.
    • Preparation and clean-up of daily activities.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures. Report all injuries and incidents to the Supervisor. Document all injuries and incidents. Be familiar with the protocols and evacuation strategies in the case of fire, lockdown, or other building emergencies.
  • Maintain a count of children in assigned group at all times.
  • Know signs of child abuse and responsibilities as a mandated reporter. Understand the definition of and signs of bullying.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding all information about program children and families.
  • Participate in staff meetings; attend various training sessions as assigned.
  • Perform with accuracy, thoroughness, and follow-through.

Any other relative duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

  • move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, outside, and/or off-site locations.
    • on some occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces;
  • remain in a stationary position for periods of time;
  • operate a computer and other school/office productivity machinery (i.e., iPad, copy machine, computer printer, assistive technology, etc.);
  • read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids;
  • position oneself to maintain files and access school/classroom/office materials;
  • communicate with others so that information received and given is understood and accurately communicated;
  • communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via video conference, on the telephone, and/or in writing;
  • observe details at close range
  • in the school setting, ensure the safety of students;
  • multitask and meet multiple demands from several people;
  • may need to teach and support students with life skills development such as eating, cleaning, and toileting
  • lifting up to and including 25 lbs
  • maintain a pace that is rapid and dynamic, multi-task oriented with short notice/changing deadlines
  • the noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud

Natick Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, physical and intellectual differences, immigration status, homeless status, or any other class protected by law.

Date Updated: 09/01/2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25 to $30 Per Hour

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Contact Information
  • Jennifer Hemenway
  • 13 E. Central Street
  • Natick, Massachusetts 01760
  • Phone: 508-647-6502
  • Email: jhemenway@natickps.org
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