What are the responsibilities and job description for the MOST Program High School Student Helper position at Before and After School Program?
Overview of the Malden Public Schools:
The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community.
MOST Program High School Student Helper
Job Description
General information for the MOST Afterschool Student Helper position recommended by the Grow Your
Own program staff at Malden Public Schools.
Student must submit a letter of interest that includes information about themselves and previous work or
volunteer experience if any. Letter must include your availability: days of the week you are available and
what time you could arrive at the program.
Student Helper positions are available at Beebe, Forestdale, Linden and Salemwood. The program
operates M-F from 2:15-5:30pm, and from 11:00am-5:30pm on Friday PD early release days. The rate is
$16-$17 per hour.
Student Helper Responsibilities
- Assist Teachers with supervision *Student Helpers are not to be alone with students.
- Assist Teachers with program/activity set-up and/or clean-up
- Help with cleaning program spaces, organizing equipment, etc.
- Develop appropriate relationships with students
- Develop professional relationships and communication skills with peers/co-workers, staff and the Site Coordinator/Supervisor
- Develop foundational job skills: attendance and punctuality; workplace appearance; accepting directions and constructive criticism; motivation and taking initiative; following program/workplace rules; speaking and listening skills.
- Develop basic teaching and instructing skills – ex. providing instructions to an activity, leading a game, presenting a project, etc. (individual goals will be set with Site Coordinator)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Malden Public Schools is committed to cultivating an ethnically, racially, and linguistically diverse and inclusive environment where different backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. We believe the differences within our environment will positively impact student outcomes and benefit our employees and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Salary : $16 - $17