Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher - WTA

Westfield Public Schools

Westfield (MA)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 73,000

Part time

28 hours ago

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Job summary

Westfield Public Schools at Westfield Technical Academy in Westfield, MA, seeks a Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher to supervise and support up to 35 at‑risk students during Saturday sessions, tracking progress and ensuring productive use of time.

The role is part‑time (up to 48 hours/year) with a stipend of $45 per hour, working Saturdays 8:00–10:30 a.m., reporting to the Principal. Experience motivating students and maintaining classroom order is essential.

Qualifications

Ability to supervise, motivate, and support at-risk students in their personal and academic growth.
Must be available Saturdays 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. on scheduled Saturday School sessions.

Responsibilities

Supervise up to 35 students per Academic Support Program session.
Take attendance.
Ensure productive use of time and credit for the session.
Log student accomplishments as evidence of productivity.
Monitor academic progress and provide academic support.
Review yearly attendance with students.
Coach students to communicate needs, goals, and challenges to teachers and staff.
Provide support and guidance to students needing additional assistance.
Assist in collecting and accessing student assignments online.
Enforce behavior as outlined in the WTA Student Handbook.
Provide quarterly updates to administration on program effectiveness.

Skills

Student supervision

Job description

Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher - WTA

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Job Details

Job ID: 5899033

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Saturday Academic Support Program Teacher - WTA (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 on line.
Enforce expected Westfield Technical Academy behavior as outlined in the WTA Student Handbook.
Provide quarterly updates to the school administration on the effectiveness of WTA’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

Salary: $45 to $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

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Title I

Welcome to Westfield Technical Academy

Westfield Technical Academy Mission StatementOur Mission at Westfield Technical Academy is to provide a high quality education by modeling and teaching our students the principles of hard work, compassion, humility, patience, honesty, and courage.

Our School Goals:

To use demographic, educational, and performance data to increase student achievement.
To provide integrated academic and vocational programs which optimize the potential of each student.
To maintain a current and demanding curriculum that is aligned to the academic and vocational Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and standards.
To align technical programs to national standards and accreditation requirements, allowing students to obtain relevant licensure/certifications.
To teach and model the importance of respect for everyone regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or home status.
To improve student achievement through relevant staff development.
To enhance parent and school communication.
To strengthen involvement and participation with Chapter 74 program advisory boards.
To increase public awareness of Westfield Technical Academy through expanded recruiting strategies and communication of student successes.
To increase our graduation rate through a variety of intervention programs.

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