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Apollo After School

After School Educator

Somerville, MA · On-site

$21/hr

Monday, Tuesdays, Thursday and Friday 2:00 PM-5:00 PM - Wednesdays 12:45 PM-5:00PM EST Apollo is partnering with Monterey Park and Alhambra to support their after-school program by providing engaging ...

Apollo After School

After School Educator

Somerville, MA · On-site

$21/hr

Monday, Tuesdays, Thursday and Friday 2:00 PM-5:00 PM - Wednesdays 12:45 PM-5:00PM EST Apollo is partnering with Monterey Park and Alhambra to support their after-school program by providing engaging ...

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How much do afterschool programs jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for afterschool programs in Boston, MA is $17.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in afterschool programs, and why are they important?

To thrive in Afterschool Programs, you need skills in youth supervision, activity planning, and basic educational support, often supported by a background in education or child development. Familiarity with program management software, safety protocols, and CPR/First Aid certification is commonly required. Excellent communication, patience, creativity, and the ability to build rapport with children and families are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that fosters student growth outside regular school hours.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working in afterschool programs, and how can they be effectively managed?

Staff in afterschool programs often navigate challenges such as managing diverse student needs, maintaining engagement during after-school hours, and addressing behavioral issues. Effective strategies include developing structured yet flexible activity plans, fostering positive relationships with students, and collaborating closely with school-day teachers and parents to support each child. Continuous professional development and open communication within the team also help staff adapt to dynamic situations and create a supportive environment.

What are afterschool programs?

Afterschool programs are organized activities that take place outside of regular school hours, often in the afternoons. They provide children and teenagers with safe, structured environments for learning, recreation, and social development. These programs can include tutoring, sports, arts, STEM activities, and more, aiming to support academic achievement and personal growth. Afterschool programs are typically offered by schools, community centers, or nonprofit organizations and can play a crucial role in helping working families by providing supervision and enrichment for their children.
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Sports Specialist Before/After School Programs

Medford Public Schools

Medford, MA

$55K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Build a sports program where every kid the kid who has played since they could walk and the kid who is still figuring out which foot kicks the ball feels like they belong on the team.

About the Program

Medford Public Schools is investing in the hours after the school day ends. Our Before After School Programs serve students at four elementary sites with a vision of out-of-school time that goes well beyond supervision: engaging curriculum, dedicated teaching teams, and a learning environment that families can trust. As we grow, we are building a program staffed by educators who take after-school education seriously and we are looking for people who want to help shape what that looks like in Medford.

Position Summary

The Sports Specialist designs and leads movement, games, and team-based programming for K5 students at one of our four sites. After a long school day, students need to run, play, work with a team, and try something physical that they get to choose. You will plan the program that makes that happen indoors and outdoors, across a wide range of sports and games, with a coach's eye for skill-building and an educator's eye for who is on the sideline and why.

Your activities should welcome a beginner on day one and challenge a child who has been playing the sport for years sometimes in the same game.

Core Responsibilities

  • Design the sports curriculum. Plan daily and weekly cycles of games, skill-builders, and movement activities for K5 students.
  • Make it inclusive on purpose. Build entry points so beginners can find their feet and experienced students can push themselves without anyone sitting out.
  • Lead the activity. Run small- and large-group games with strong management, clear instruction, and culturally responsive coaching.
  • Coach the whole child. Integrate social-emotional learning into how students handle competition, teamwork, winning, losing, and disagreement.
  • Meet every learner. Adapt activities for students with IEPs, 504 plans, English learners, and students who need additional support.
  • Partner across the building. Coordinate with school-day staff, families, and district partners so the after-school program connects with the rest of the student's day.
  • Manage the gear. Order, organize, and maintain the equipment that keeps the program running safely.

Qualifications

  • You have a bachelor's degree (preferred, not required) in Education, Physical Education, Kinesiology, Recreation, or a related field or experience that demonstrates the applicable knowledge.
  • You have planned and delivered programming for K6 students in school, out-of-school-time, recreational, or coaching settings.
  • You have experience and knowledge across a wide range of sports and movement activities and the ability to design programming that doesn't just focus on the sport you played.
  • Strong group management. You can run an active game with twenty students and keep every one of them safe and engaged.
  • Comfortable with differentiation, observation-based assessment, and culturally responsive coaching.
  • Excellent communicator with students, staff, families, and school partners.
  • CPR/First Aid certified (or willingness to obtain) and meet MPS background check requirements.

Compensation

  • A salaried, full-time position with a starting salary of $55,000.
  • 186 days per year (follows MPS calendar- 180 school days, 5 days before school year, and 1 day after)
  • Reports to the respective Before/After School Site Director
  • Real ownership of the sports program at your site.
  • Membership in a growing out-of-school time program that the district is actively investing in.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Frontline. Questions can be sent to superintendent@medford.k12.ma.us or before-afterschool@medford.k12.ma.us



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