After Care Educator

Hokali, Inc.; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOKALI Academy access

Structured lesson plans provided

Professional growth opportunities

Educator Referral Program with bonuses

Job summary

Hokali, Inc. seeks an energetic after-school Educator to lead a group of up to 20 students from TK through 8th grade. You will run activities, ensure safety, reinforce positive behavior, help with homework, and follow on-site lesson plans with support from a Site Coordinator.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months hands-on experience, are fluent in English, and are eligible to work in the United States. Availability for weekday afternoons during the full school year is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience leading groups of children (TK–8)
• Ability to keep a group engaged and safe
• Proven ability to follow structured lesson plans
• Willingness to complete required trainings (First Aid/CPR, Mandated Reporter)
• Fluent in English; eligible to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a group of up to ~20 students after school
• Keep every child safe throughout the program
• Run recreational activities and games
• Help students with homework
• Manage behavior using positive reinforcement
• Handle snack time and outdoor play
• Keep attendance and incident records
• Follow on-site lesson plans with Site Coordinator support

Skills

Group leadership

Positive reinforcement

Classroom management

Safety awareness

Attendance record keeping

Bilingual (Spanish)

Job description

• Manage behavior using positive reinforcement.

HOKALI helps schools book, organize, and manage after‑school programs and camps. We partner with school communities to create structured, engaging environments for students after the school day ends, with a focus on consistency, safety, and high‑quality program delivery.

In this role, you will help create a positive after‑school experience for students and families by leading a group with energy, care, and clear structure. This is a hands‑on opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, can keep a group engaged, and brings a calm, steady presence to the day‑to‑day flow of an after‑care program.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a group of up to approximately 20 students from TK through 8th grade after school.
• Keep every child safe throughout the program.
• Run recreational activities and games.
• Help students with homework.
• Manage behavior using positive reinforcement.
• Handle snack time and outdoor play.
• Keep attendance and incident records.
• Follow HOKALI's lesson plans.
• Work with support from an on‑site Site Coordinator.

Requirements

What makes someone a great fit

We’re looking for someone with proven, hands‑on experience running a group of children, not just being around kids. You should already know how to get a group of children to listen, keep them engaged, and maintain a safe, structured environment.

Must‑haves

• At least 6 months of hands‑on experience independently leading groups of children, including being solely responsible for the group, keeping children safe, and managing behavior without another adult stepping in.
• Experience leading games and activities for groups of children.
• Experience keeping attendance records for groups of children.
• Willingness to complete required training before starting, including Mandated Reporter, First Aid & CPR, and Concussion Awareness.
• Fluent in English.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Available every weekday afternoon for the full school year.

Preferred

• Experience supporting homework for school‑age children.
• Experience supervising snack time and outdoor play for groups of children.
• Experience with middle school students (grades 6-8).
• Experience working with both younger children and middle school students.
• Experience handling conflicts between children calmly.
• Experience documenting incidents involving children, including injuries, conflicts, or parent communication.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Benefits

• Access to the HOKALI Academy – a community space designed to help all Educators learn, connect, and collaborate
• Structured lesson plans provided, with flexibility to bring your own ideas to class
• Opportunities for professional growth and expanded roles within HOKALI
• Educator Referral Program with bonus incentives