21st Century Summer Enrichment Instructor - Summer 2026

21st Century Summer Enrichment Instructor•Summer 2026 Fitchburg School District Fitchburg Public Schools•Fitchburg, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Fitchburg Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5628368

Application Deadline:

Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jun 24, 2026 Job Description 21st Century Summer Enrichment Instructor•Summer 2026 The 21st Century Summer Enrichment Instructor plays a vital role in designing and implementing dynamic goals and objectives. These objectives revolve around standards-based, project-based activities that enhance both academic and social-emotional skills. Whether working with individuals or groups, this teacher/instructor fosters creativity and engagement, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience for students. This posting is for both certified and non-certified teachers/instructors.

Qualifications:

Both certified and non-certified staff must have an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in education, child development, or a related field (or be working towards an associate degree or higher); or have equivalent job experience in the field. Master's Degree preferred. In order to qualify as a certified teacher/instructor, candidate must have a Certified Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK-8• SEI Endorsement Experience in implementing after-school activities for children; Ability to plan and facilitate academic enrichment workshops aligned with specific standards/focus in ELA, Mathematics, and Socioemotional Learning; Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations; Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents ; Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders; Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student; Certified in CPR and First Aid preferred, training will be provided for candidates who don't already possess training; Preference will be given to staff members currently employed in FPS. Applicants must commit to being present for the full duration of the program.

Responsibilities:

The 21st Century Summer Enrichment Instructor will: Be prepared to provide specific details with goals and objectives for the 4-week proposed activity; Please use the cover letter in TalentED to narrate what enrichment activities you could implement that are creative, engaging, and aligned with an ELA/math and/or SEL educational component. Prepare and implement a standards-based, project-based activity with a strong academic component and/or Social/Emotional skill for a minimum of 1 hour per day per session; Take and maintain daily student attendance; Provide differentiated instruction to children with special needs and English language learners; Ensure instructional materials are available for students; Deliver activities/instructions within the specified time frame; Administer and complete pre/post tests and other surveys and assessments as required by the district and 21st Century Grant; Maintain and submit student attendance records weekly to the site coordinator; Other duties as assigned All program hours must be during out-of-school time. All duties must be performed during non-contractual hours. Multiple positions available; dependent upon number of student participants.

All Staff Meeting, Training, and Planning:

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 4:00-6:30 pm,

Location:

Crocker

Summer Program Schedule:

Monday, July 6, 2026, to Thursday, July 30, 2026 (Mon•Thurs•4-week program)

Hours:

8:00-2:00 pm

Total Compensation:

Not To Exceed (NTE) 131 hours; Certified staff rate $45/hr,

NTE:

$5,895.00. Non-Certified staff rate $35/hr,

NTE:

$4,585.00. This amount includes all program time as well as all prep and wrap-up required•timesheet submission for payment bi-weekly.

Funding Source:

21st CCLC Grants, City Funding Applicants must commit to being present for the full duration of the program. The responsibilities and duties listed are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required. Notice of Non-Discrimination The School Committee's policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, employees, and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or equal treatment in its programs and/or activities in compliance with state and federal law. Questions related to this policy must be addressed to: The Office of Human Resources, 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, HR@Fitchburg.k12.ma.us

Position Type:

Seasonal/Temporary

Salary:

$35 to $45 Per Hour Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required