After Care Educator

Hokali, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

HOKALI helps schools book, organise, 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.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months hands-on experience independently leading groups of children.
• Experience leading games and activities for groups of children.
• Experience keeping attendance records for groups of children.
• Willingness to complete required training before starting (Mandated Reporter, First Aid & CPR, Concussion Awareness).
• Fluent in English.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Available every weekday afternoon for the full school year.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a group of up to approximately 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 HOKALI's lesson plans
• Work with support from an on-site Site Coordinator

Skills

Group leadership

Positive reinforcement

Child supervision

Homework support

Attendance records

Job description

• Manage behavior using positive reinforcement

HOKALI helps schools book, organise, 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