Teaching Site Coordinator

Learningworks; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

LearningWorks is seeking an After School Teaching Site Coordinator in Portland, ME for a four-day-per-week program supporting elementary students. The role combines instructional leadership with site management, supervising staff and maintaining strong family and school partnerships.

The position emphasizes relationship-centered youth development, calm problem-solving, and effective communication to ensure a safe, engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in education or related field.
• State of Maine Teaching Certification (preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership experience in an education setting.
• Experience with diverse communities and low-performing populations (preferred).
• Strong technology skills including Google Workspace.
• Transferable skills will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily operation of a four-day-per-week afterschool program serving elementary students.
• Create a structured learning environment that promotes academic growth, positive behavior, and social-emotional development.
• Assist with student recruitment, enrollment, and registration processes.
• Coordinate all aspects of programing including instruction, transportation and nutrition.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and school partners.
• Monitor and support student attendance to meet program participation goals established through grant requirements.
• Assist Afterschool Directors with curriculum planning, activity scheduling, and continuous program improvement.

Skills

Relationship-centered

Patience

Communication

Mentorship

Conflict-resolution

Independent work

Education

BA or BS in education or related field

Maine teaching certification (preferred)

Three years of teaching experience with elementary students (preferred)

Experience with diverse communities (preferred)

Strong tech skills including Google Workspace

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

LearningWorks After School Teaching Site Coordinator

Location: Portland, ME, East End Elementary School

Part Time (20 hours). Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 2:10 - 4:10 pm, Wednesday 1:10 - 4:10 pm

Compensation: $28.67

Start Date: September 14, end date May 2

About Us

LearningWorks is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering youth and families through education, workforce development, and community service. Our mission is "Equipping Maine learners with the confidence and skills to realize their full potential."

Through relationship-centered programming LearningWorks helps young people create pathways for long-term success. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where staff are encouraged to bring compassion, creativity, and authenticity to their work every day.

About LearningWorks After School (LWAS)

LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) provides high-quality academic intervention and enrichment programming for elementary students. LWAS partners with local school districts to help students strengthen foundational literacy and mathematics skills, improve school engagement, and develop the social-emotional skills necessary for long-term academic success.

LearningWorks Afterschool is funded primarily through 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) grants and is delivered in partnership with local school districts.

Position Overview

The Teaching Site Coordinator (TSC) is responsible for coordinating and leading the daily operation of an afterschool program that combines targeted academic instruction, enrichment experiences, and positive development. The TSC serves as both an instructional leader and site manager, supervising program staff, maintaining strong communication with families and school partners, and ensuring students experience a safe and engaging learning environment.

Outside of program hours, additional time is dedicated to planning, staff meetings, professional development, family engagement, and administrative oversight.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate the daily operation of a four-day-per-week afterschool program serving elementary students
• Create a structured learning environment that promotes academic growth, positive behavior, and social-emotional development
• Assist with student recruitment, enrollment, and registration processes
• Coordinate all aspects of programing including instruction, transportation and nutrition
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and school partners
• Monitor and support student attendance to meet program participation goals established through grant requirements
• Assist Afterschool Directors with curriculum planning, activity scheduling, and continuous program improvement.

What You Will Bring

• A relationship-centered approach to youth development
• Patience, flexibility, and the ability to remain calm and supportive during challenging situations
• Strong communication, mentorship, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to motivate and engage youth with varying levels of readiness and participation
• Comfort working independently while managing multiple projects and responsibilities

Qualifications

• BA or BS in education or related field
• State of Maine Teaching Certification (preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership experience in an education setting
• Minimum three years of teaching experience with elementary students (preferred)
• Experience with diverse communities and low-performing populations (preferred)
• Strong technology skills including Google Workspace
• Flexibility, creativity, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to analyze student progress data and use it to inform instruction
• Transferable skills and qualifications will be considered