Thrive Out of School Programs - Instructional Aide (6 Positions Available)

East Hartford Public Schools; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

East Hartford Public Schools seeks an Instructional Aide for Thrive Afterschool Programs. You will tutor, support and assist students with homework and enrichment activities under supervision, helping create a safe, engaging environment after school.

This part-time role runs during the school year with about 12–20 hours weekly; summer positions may be available. Requires a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred) and strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, be self-directed, and problem-solve
• Experience with school aged children and/or after-school programming and activities strongly preferred
• Maturity, responsibility, professionalism, and sincere interest in working with school-aged children

Responsibilities

• Tutor, support and assist students during homework and enrichment activities as directed by supervisors
• Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with students, families, teachers, school staff, and program staff
• Keep classroom and other designated areas clean, neat, and organized
• Set-up and clean-up projects and snacks
• Support and participate in all lessons and activities as directed by Senior Group Leader and Site Coordinator
• Monitor and address student behavior in collaboration with Site Coordinator and Senior Group Leader
• Ensure safety of all students during program
• Serve as activity substitute when necessary
• Support Site Coordinator and Senior Group Leader with projects and program activity planning
• Serve as a role model by using appropriate language and consistent discipline
• Provide a friendly, professional, courteous environment where students and families feel welcome
• Respect cultural diversity to create an inclusive environment
• Perform other duties as determined by Site Coordinator, Senior Group Leader, and/or Out of School Program Manager

Skills

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Problem solving

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

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Openings as of 9/2/2026

Thrive Out of School Programs - Instructional Aide (6 Positions Available) JobID: 7747

• Position Type: Student Support Services
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Location to be determined by District
• Date Available: 2026 - 2027 School Year

Thrive Out of School Programs - Instructional Aide (6 Positions Available)

Locations: Pitkin, Mayberry, Silver Lane, O'Brien , Norris, and O'Connell West

Must be at least 18 years of age

Salary: $18.04per hour

Effective Date: 2026 - 2027 School Year

East Hartford Board of Education Employees: Submit Letter of Interest Only to Human Resources by closing date.

JOB ID#

TITLE: Thrive Afterschool Program Instructional Aide - Out of School Programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, be self-directed, and problem-solve
• Experience with school aged children and/or after-school programming and activities strongly preferred
• Maturity, responsibility, professionalism, and sincere interest in working with school-aged children
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO:

Site Coordinator, Senior Group Leader, Out of School Program Manager

JOB GOAL:

To tutor, support and assist students during homework and enrichment activities as directed by supervisors.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with students, families, teachers, school staff, and program staff.
• Keep classroom and other designated areas clean, neat, and organized.
• Set-up and clean-up projects and snacks.
• Support and participate in all lessons and activities as directed by Senior Group Leader and Site Coordinator.
• Support and assist with tutoring and monitoring all students during homework time.
• Monitor and address student behavior in collaboration with Site Coordinator and Senior Group Leader.
• Ensure safety of all students during program.
• Serve as activity substitute when necessary.
• Support Site Coordinator and Senior Group Leader with projects and program activity planning.
• Serve as a role model by using appropriate language and consistent discipline.
• Consistently provide a friendly, professional, courteous environment where students and families feel welcome.
• Respect cultural diversity where one creates an inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative environment.
• Assume such other functions as may be determined by Site Coordinator, Senior Group Leader, and/or Out of School Program Manager.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Non-bargaining unit employee. Pay is on an hourly basis. This is a part-time position that runs only during the school year with an expectation of 12-20 hours per week during afterschool hours. Summer positions may be available.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Non-Certified Staff.