LearningWorks After School Teaching Assistant (Saco)

Learningworks; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

LearningWorks Afterschool is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant in Southern Maine to support elementary students with academic activities and enrichment. You will help teachers deliver instruction, work with small groups, and assist in creating a welcoming, structured learning environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with youth, strong communication, and teamwork. This role offers meaningful impact in a community-focused afterschool program and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team collaboration in a classroom or program setting
• Some college preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging academic instruction and enrichment activities
• Provide small-group and one-on-one academic support
• Collaborate with Teachers, Site Coordinators, and school staff
• Observe student progress and communicate updates to Teachers
• Participate in weekly team meetings and trainings

Skills

Youth experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Google Drive Suite

Zoom

Job description

LearningWorks After School Teaching Assistant

Location: Southern Maine, Multiple Locations
Schedule: Part-time After School (Sept - May)
Compensation: $19.85

ABOUT US

LearningWorks is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering youth and families through education, workforce development, and community service. Our mission is "Equipping Maine learners with the confidence and skills to realize their full potential."

Through relationship-centered programming, LearningWorks helps young people create pathways for long-term success. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where staff are encouraged to bring compassion, creativity, and authenticity to their work every day.

ABOUT LEARNINGWORKS AFTERSCHOOL (LWAS)

LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) provides high-quality academic and enrichment programming for elementary students. LWAS partners with local school districts to help students strengthen foundational literacy and mathematics skills, improve school engagement, and develop the social-emotional skills necessary for academic success.

LearningWorks Afterschool is funded primarily through 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) grants and is delivered in partnership with local school districts.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Teaching Assistant works alongside the Site Coordinator and classroom Teachers to provide academic support to elementary students participating in the LearningWorks Afterschool Program.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and believes every student can succeed when provided with encouragement, consistency, and individualized support. The Teaching Assistant plays an important role in creating a structured, welcoming classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support teachers in delivering engaging academic instruction and enrichment activities that reinforce school-day learning
• Provide small-group and one-on-one academic support
• Work collaboratively with Teachers, Site Coordinators, and school staff to meet individual student needs
• Observe student progress and communicate success and concerns with Teachers and Teaching Site Coordinators
• Participate in weekly team meetings, staff trainings, and professional development opportunities

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Experience working with youth; experience with elementary-aged students preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Experience using technology, including Microsoft Outlook, Google Drive Suite, Zoom, and other educational technology platforms
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Some college preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• Experience working with youth

LearningWorks is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize the leadership of people of color and LGBTQ+ individuals and strongly encourage people of all traditionally marginalized identities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time, with or without notice.