Staff Lower and Middle School Extended Day

Berwick Academy; South Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Berwick Academy is seeking enthusiastic Extended Day Program staff to support Lower and Middle School students after school, from 3:00 PM to 5:15 PM, with planning time starting at 2:30 PM. The role focuses on imaginative play, arts and crafts, and structured activities that foster learning and recovery from the school day.

Ideal candidates bring a love for working with children, creativity for age-appropriate programs, strong communication, and teamwork to align with Berwick Academy’s mission

Qualifications

• Love for working with kids and a positive attitude.
• Creative energy to plan developmentally appropriate activities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Collaborative spirit aligned with Berwick Academy's mission.

Responsibilities

• Supervising Pre-K–Fourth Grade (Lower School) or Fifth–Eighth Grade (Middle School) during after-school hours (3:00 PM – 5:15 PM) with a 2:30 planning start.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities like arts and crafts, outdoor play, and themed projects.
• Provide homework help and assist students transitioning to activities such as music lessons, tutoring, or dance classes.
• Partner with families by maintaining approachable and supportive communication; mentor Upper School student assistants.

Skills

Positive attitude

Creativity

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Berwick Academy is looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our dynamic Extended Day Program team for the 2026-2027 school year. Whether supporting our Lower or Middle School programs, you’ll help create a nurturing, flexible structure that encourages imaginative play, enriching activities, and well-earned downtime to recharge after a busy school day.

Be part of a mission-driven school that values academic excellence and joyful learning, engage with a vibrant community of students, parents, and educators, and create memorable experiences for kids through imaginative play, arts and crafts, games, and more.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising and interacting with Pre-K to Fourth Grade students (Lower School) or Fifth through Eighth Grade students (Middle School) during after-school hours (3:00 PM - 5:15 PM). NOTE: This role also includes a 2:30 start time to allow for planning and prep.
• Planning and delivering engaging activities like arts and crafts, outdoor play, and themed projects that explore seasons, cultures, and more.
• Providing homework help and assisting students as they transition to activities such as music lessons, tutoring, or dance classes.
• Partnering with families by maintaining approachable and supportive communication.
• Overseeing and mentoring Upper School student assistants, fostering their leadership skills.

Ideal Candidates will offer the following qualities:

• A positive attitude and a genuine love for working with kids.
• Creative energy to plan fun and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A collaborative spirit aligned with Berwick Academy’s mission to promote virtue and useful knowledge.

Berwick Academy, situated on an 80-acre campus just over one hour north of Boston, serves 600 students, pre-kindergarten through grade 12, from Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Deeply committed to its mission of promoting virtue and useful knowledge, Berwick Academy empowers students to be creative and bold. Berwick strives to graduate alumni who shape their own learning, take risks, ask thoughtful questions, and come to understand and celebrate their authentic selves. Founded in 1791 and rooted in a tradition of college preparation, our culture of innovation prepares students for a complex and dynamic world.

Berwick Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who will add to the diversity of the community.

No phone calls please.