On-site After-School Assistant Teacher

ServingSchools; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Maine Earned Paid Leave accrual

Paid snow days

Use of school fitness facilities, L 1

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Waynflete is seeking an Assistant Extended Day Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time, 10-month, on-site position reports to the Manager of Auxiliary Programs and starts September 1, 2026.

The role supports the Extended Day Program at Waynflete School Campus in Portland, ME 04102. Responsibilities include supervising grade groups, assisting with activities, ensuring safety, tracking attendance, and helping with prep and cleanup.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with children in an educational setting.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dedicated to working collaboratively with a diverse team of talented teachers.
• Passion for working with children and creating meaningful experiences.
• Describe yourself as kind, friendly, patient, flexible, creative and energetic!

Responsibilities

• Supervise grade level groups: EC, K-1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8.
• Be in person for all days and hours noted below.
• Work at least one First Out (5:30pm) per week.
• Assist with activities such as: games, songs, program projects and more.
• Interact with students and colleagues from a place of enthusiasm, curiosity and professionalism.
• Keep the safety of students in mind at all times.
• Diligently track attendance including student workshop transitions
• Complete prep and end of day clean up responsibilities.
• Communicate incidents in a timely manner to the Auxiliary Programs Manager.
• Participate in all of the Full Fun Days (10/23/25, 1/15/27, 3/19/27, 5/7/27, 5/14/27)
• Complete DHHS requirements: fingerprinting approval, MRTQ registration, MMR and Tdap vaccination records, online safety training, professional development hours, etc.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patience and adaptability

Child care experience

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED certified

Job description

Waynflete is seeking an Assistant Extended Day Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time, 10-month, on-site position reports to the Manager of Auxiliary Programs and starts September 1, 2026.

The role supports the Extended Day Program at Waynflete School Campus in Portland, ME 04102. Responsibilities include supervising grade groups, assisting with activities, ensuring safety, tracking attendance, and helping with prep and cleanup.