Program Coordinator(s) for MPS Before and After-School and Summer Programs (Gr. K-8)

Methuen Public School District; Cushing's Corner (MA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

Methuen Public Schools is seeking a Program Coordinator(s) for MPS Before & After-School and Summer Programs for grades K-8. The role coordinates after-school and summer activities, schedules staff, manages transportation, and collaborates with partners to implement curriculum and field trips.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, experience with youth programs, strong organizational skills, attendance records, and the ability to work with families and school staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or greater required, strongly preferred.
• Prior experience as an out-of-school-time coordinator preferred.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills; attendance record important.
• Working knowledge of K–8 curriculum frameworks or willingness to learn them.
• Experience collaborating with educators and working with K–8 students, including at-risk students.
• Experience supervising staff preferred; substitutions allowed for some qualifications.
• CPR/First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of after-school and summer programs for K–8 students; develop curriculum, schedule staff, procure supplies, plan field trips.
• Manage before/after-school and summer personnel, food services, and parent drop-off/pick-up.
• Coordinate transportation arrangements for field trips when needed.
• Meet with program manager to discuss program/student issues.
• Maintain communications with parents, staff, and program manager; ensure excellent attendance.
• Maintain required records and submit reports promptly.
• Hold monthly site meetings; conduct/attend workshops as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as required by the Program Manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

Record-keeping

Collaboration with educators

CPR/First Aid preferred

Ability to manage attendance records

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Program Coordinator(s) for MPS Before and After-School and Summer Programs (Gr. K-8)

Position Type: Support Staff / Instructional Assistant

Title: Program Coordinator(s) for MPS Before & After-School and Summer Programs (Gr. K-8)

A-S Program hours: Mon. through Fri. 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (with additional hours/days noted below according to MPS school calendar); Additional hours may be required for before‑school coverage, planning, days noted below, and as needed by the Program Manager of Community Programs.

Summer Program hours: Varies between Mon. – Fri., 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Programs run through the school year, including open houses, program coordinator monthly meetings, professional development days, parent conference days, all other half days & delayed openings, winter and spring recesses, and summer. Hours not to exceed 29 hours/week on average and are subject to change.

Date of Opening: August 17, 2026

Availability of this position is contingent upon sufficient funding and enrollment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree or greater; strongly preferred.
• Prior experience as out‑of‑school‑time coordinator preferred.
• Excellent organizational and record‑keeping skills and attendance record.
• Working knowledge of curriculum frameworks for grades K‑8 or willingness to learn them.
• Successful experience working collaboratively with others, preferably educators.
• Successful experience working with K‑8 students, including at‑risk and struggling students.
• Experience supervising staff preferred.
• Outstanding preparation and/or experience may be substituted for some of the above qualifications.
• CPR/First Aid preferred.

General Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the after‑school & summer programs for K‑8 students, as required by the program manager/assistant manager, e.g., development of program curriculum, staff scheduling and evaluations, purchasing supplies and materials, and field trips, etc.
• Manage before and after‑school & summer personnel, food services, & parent drop‑off and pick‑up.
• Work with program partners and make transportation arrangements for field trips, if necessary.
• Meet with the program manager &/or assistant program manager to discuss program/student issues.
• Maintain communications with parents, program manager, assistant program manager, and staff regarding program and/or students; excellent attendance required.
• Keep required records, timesheets, and submit reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Hold planning/monthly site meetings and submit notes of each to the program manager. Workshops are scheduled for Tuesday, November 3rd. Attendance is required.
• Perform other duties as required by the Program Manager or their designee.

Salary

$28‑$38/hr.

Applications

Submit required letter of interest and resume to:

Methuen Public Schools - Community Programs
Central Administration Building

Equal Opportunity Statement

Methuen Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. The Methuen Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation and ensures that all students and employees have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study.