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East Hartford Public Schools

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

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

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Thrive Out of School Programs
  • Instructional Aide (6 Positions Available) East Hartford Public Schools
  • 3.
6 East Hartford, CT Job Details Part-time $18.04 an hour 21 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or
GED Full Job Description 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 Closing Date:
Open until filled 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:
$18.04 per hour
Effective Date:
2026
  • 2027 School Year
  • East Hartford Board of Education Employees:
    Submit Letter of Interest Only to Human Resources by closing date.
  • The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position: Online Application Letter of Interest Resume Copy of Valid Certification and/or License Transcripts Three Current Letters of Recommendation (dated within one year of application)
Other:
Letter of interest should include background information 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. Email To A Friend Print Version