Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher - WHS

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher for WHS in Westfield, MA. The role supports at-risk students during Saturday sessions, supervising up to 35 students, and coordinating academic progress and assignments.

The position is part-time (approx. 2 Saturdays per month, 8:00–10:30 a.m.), with a stipend of $45 per hour and duties including attendance, progress monitoring, and quarterly program updates.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise, motivate, and support at-risk students in their personal and academic growth.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 35 students per session for the Academic Support Program.
• Take attendance and ensure productive use of time.
• Log student accomplishments as evidence of productivity.
• Monitor academic progress and provide support for achievement.
• Review yearly attendance with students.
• Coach students on communicating needs, goals, and challenges to staff.
• Provide support to students who may be struggling or need help.
• Assist in collecting and accessing student assignments online.
• Enforce Westfield Technical Academy behavior as per the WHS handbook.
• Provide quarterly updates to school administration on program effectiveness.

Skills

Supervise students

Motivate students

Support at-risk students

Job description

Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher - WHS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5902298

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher - WHS (1)

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to supervise, motivate, and support at-risk students in their personal and academic growth.

REPORTS TO: Principal or Principal Designee

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of authorized administrators, the Academic Support Program Teacher shall:

• Supervise up to 35 students per every Academic Support Program session including the following:
  • Take attendance
  • Ensure student time is used productively to receive credit for the Academic Support Program session.
  • Log student accomplishments for the session as evidence of productivity
  • Monitor academic progress throughout the session and provide academic support to ensure student achievement.
  • Review yearly attendance with students.
  • Coach students on effectively communicating their needs, goals, and challenges to teachers and other staff members.
  • Provide support and guidance to students who may be struggling or require additional assistance.
  • Assist in collecting student assignments and accessing student assignments online
  • Enforce expected Westfield Technical Academy behavior as outlined in the WHS Student Handbook.
  • Provide quarterly updates to the school administration on the effectiveness of WHS's Academic Support Program.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must be available Saturdays from 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. on scheduled Saturday School sessions (approximately 2 times per month)
• Part-time employment - Up to 48 hours per year

SALARY

Stipend- $45 per hour

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield Public School evaluation, observations by WTA Administration, and student feedback.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $45 to $45 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Title I

Welcome to Westfield High School

Mission StatementThe mission of Westfield High School is to provide studentswith experiences that contributeto a solid foundationofknowledge, skills, and attitudes on which students can buildresponsible, fulfilling,self-directed lives.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Academic ExpectationsDemonstrate the ability to read, write andcommunicate effectively.Demonstrate the ability to think critically.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Social ExpectationRecognize the value of a healthy and productive lifestyle.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Civic ExpectationDemonstrate respect for our diverse society.Appreciate the importance of and contribute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Charles Jendrysik , Principal
• 177 Montgomery Road
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]