Before and After School - Group Leader - Tewksbury, MA

AlphaBEST Education (NC); Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee referral program

Tuition discounts

No weekends

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education (NC) is hiring a part-time Group Leader for the Tewksbury Elementary School in Massachusetts. You will guide students in before & after school activities, leading them through fun learning experiences with strong training and support.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to work a flexible M-F schedule, and state childcare licensing clearance. Experience in childcare or education is preferred; opportunities include bonuses and employee referrals.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs (M-F; mornings and afternoons).
• Must be registered and have full clearance from the state childcare licensing agency.
• Proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulations.
• Two or more years of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center (or comparable group care program) or a Bachelor’s/Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of student explorers through activities in fitness, arts, technology, and more.
• Work collaboratively with peers to ignite children’s sense of wonder.
• Encourage creativity and curiosity by building on students' interests and talents.
• Provide a caring, family-oriented environment with positive staff, child, and parent relationships.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

18 years old

Flexible schedule

State childcare licensing clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA) in a related field

Associate's Degree (AS/AA) in a related field

1-year state or nationally recognized credential

20 credits (semester) or 30 credits (quarter) of training plus 1 year teaching experience

Job description

Before and After School - Group Leader - Tewksbury, MA

AlphaBEST Education (NC) AlphaBest Education Tewksbury Center Elementary - Tewksbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5894016

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

HIRING BONUS $250.00

Group Leader: Before & After School Teacher

Part‑time Group Leader

Tewksbury, MA

Location: Tewksbury Elementary School

AlphaBEST: After School is where adventure begins!

At AlphaBest, our students are filled with curiosity and wonder! As their guide, you'll lead them through fun learning activities, with plenty of support and training.

Schedule: No weekends! Part time

6:30-8:30am

3:00-6:00pm

Pay & Benefits:

• $18.00/hour


• Part‑time benefits including health available


• Employee referral program - up to $150 for every successful new hire you refer


• Deep discounts on program tuition - Bring your school‑age child to work


• Fun and friendships come with the paycheck

As an AlphaBEST Guide, you'll be trained to do the following:

• Lead a group of student explorers through exciting adventures in fitness, the arts, technology, and more!


• Work collaboratively with peers to ignite children's sense of wonder.


• Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on students' interests and talents.


• Provide a caring, family-oriented environment where positive staff, child, and parent relationships are fostered.

Here's what you'll need:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED,


• Must be at least 18 years old


• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs M-F Both Morning and Afternoon Sessions are needed


• Must be registered and have full clearance from the state childcare licensing agency


• Proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulations (see below)


• Proof of experience through ONE of the following options is required:


• Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA in a related field) or Associate's Degree (AS/AA in a related field)


• A 1-year state or nationally recognized credential (related to school‑age care)


• Completion of 20 credits (semester system) or 30 credits (quarter system) of training at a college/university AND at least 1 year of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center (or comparable group care program)


• 2 or more years of qualifying teaching experience (with at least one year as a teacher) in a Certified Child Care Center (or comparable group care program)

Join us today! Let's put more wonder in the world!

AlphaBEST is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories: Career and Technical Education > Child Care Education

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.


• High School/Trade School degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required