Openings as of 6/13/2025Fire/Police=
Pay: $18-$20 Per Hour
The Town of Scarborough’s Community Services Department is searching for a dedicated and responsible individual to work in their before and/or after school care program for the 2025/26 school year. Work involves the direct supervision of children on site, as well as organizing and planning activities, cleaning, and working with a team of coworkers. The position(s) are located in the Scarborough public schools. The ideal candidate must have the ability to connect with various age groups K-2nd and 3rd-5th grade. Required hours are between 6:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and/or 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for the before and after care program. School vacations, snow days, early dismissals, late starts and scheduled no school days are also required. Flexibility and commitment are important. Duties include caring for children in a school facility setting; observing and monitoring children's activities; ensuring constant safety and security of children under the program's care; organizing and participating in planned age appropriate activities; delegating tasks to staff members; completing written documentation and forms such as incident reports and time cards in a prompt fashion; remaining in close communication with the Child Care Manager and Program Coordinators and participating in all required meetings and trainings. Position requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Must have prior experience working with children. First Aid/CPR or willingness to be trained. Ability to stay constantly alert, anticipate and prevent problems, deal with disruptive children in a positive manner and provide fair, but firm discipline. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with children and their parents, as well as the Manager, Coordinators, and other child care counselors. Must be able to work a set schedule, be dependable and reliable.
Applicants are required to apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/townofscarborough/onlineapp/
These positions are open until filled. For additional information call 207.730.4025 or email hr@scarboroughmaine.org.
-Equal Opportunity Employer-
Scarborough is a diverse community with a commitment to the quality of life and the environment. Scarborough offers lovely sandy beaches and the rocky coastline made famous by a local artist, Winslow Homer. The largest saltwater marsh in Maine is located within our boundaries along with Rachel Carson Wildlife lands. We also have a balance with our commercial businesses. The newest area for businesses to locate in Scarborough is along the Haigis Parkway, located right at Exit 42 off the Maine Turnpike. We are a suburban community that offers open spaces, parks and recreational areas for our residents and visitors.
Scarborough is conveniently located in Cumberland County in southern Maine, approximately 7 miles south of the City of Portland. It is just a short drive to Portland and the Maine Mall with easy access to the Maine Turnpike, Portland Jetport and now passenger rail service to Boston and points south. The Scarborough Town Hall is located at 259 U.S. Route 1, just south of the junction of Rt. 1 and Black Point Road/Gorham Road.
