Early College Aide - Malden High School [SY24-25]

The Malden High School Community:

Malden High School is committed to providing all students with a diverse, student-centered, and rigorous curriculum that is adaptable enough to reach all learning styles and needs. We do this through offering a wide variety of academic and enrichment opportunities. As an urban school, it is our great pride that we are among the leaders in Advanced Placement courses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This year, we have worked closely with the BARR Foundation to complete a comprehensive review of academic offerings, instruction, curriculum, student data, and school-wide focus on areas of need. As a result of the data collected, we will focus on improving the transition from middle school to high school, as well as establishing a vision for MHS and its students as they move through high school and prepare for college and career. We have also continued our work to help us move towards increasing our Student Growth Percentile (SGP) in ELA and Math MCAS.

Malden High School offers a wide variety of enrichment opportunities for students, including division 1 varsity, junior varsity, and freshman level athletics, robust theater, choral, and band programs, and over 70 clubs and organizations. We recognize a need to serve the many new English Language Learners in our population and are examining a variety of programs and methods to better serve them to ensure academic success.

Early College Aide (ECA)

Malden High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early College Aide (ECA) to support the Early College Program. This role is essential in helping students navigate the challenges of college-level coursework while fostering their academic growth, self-confidence, and readiness for future college and career success.

Position Overview:
The Early College Aide will work closely with students and staff, providing supervision and support as students complete college courses through Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) during the MHS school day. The role includes tracking student progress, facilitating study groups, assisting with assignments, and collaborating with program staff to address academic, attendance, and social-emotional needs.

Time Commitment:

• Approximately 19 hours per week for up to 20 weeks (Semester 2)
• Monday–Thursday

Program Goal:
The Early College Program aims to bridge the gap between high school, college, and career by empowering students to take ownership of their future. Students in grades 10, 11, and 12 can participate at no cost, including free classes, textbooks, and materials. Through the partnership with BHCC, students earn college credits and develop professional and practical skills.

Responsibilities:
Supervision and Support: (approximately 6 hours per week)

• Oversee students participating in BHCC courses twice a week (Monday/Wednesday) (12:50pm- 2:15pm)
• Supervise students during Early College Study Hall (two days per week, Tuesday/Thursday) (12:50pm-2:15pm)

Academic Assistance: (approximately 5 hours a week)

Provide targeted support during study hall, including:

• Facilitating study groups and group projects.
• Assisting with peer editing and essay revisions.
• Supporting homework completion and understanding course content.

Conduct weekly check-ins with students enrolled in self-paced BHCC courses to track and encourage progress.

Collaboration and Reporting: (approximately 3 hours per week)

• Meet regularly with the Early College School Counselor and Early College Mentors to discuss student progress and address academic, attendance, or social-emotional concerns.

Skill-Building: (approximately 5 hours per week)

• Help students develop time management, study, and organizational skills to navigate the demands of college-level coursework.
• Encourage self-advocacy and effective communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proven experience and success in supporting student attendance, academic engagement, and social-emotional needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and external partners.

Compensation: $25/hour, up to 19 hours week

Reports To: Director of School Counseling & MHS Principal

To Apply: Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position via TalentEd. 

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.

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