After School Educator

Apollo After School; Washington; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career and professional development

Training in childcare subjects

Schedule flexibility

Work-life balance

Job summary

Apollo After School offers after-school care and enrichment programs at local schools in the Washington, DC area. We seek outgoing, personable teachers for seasonal roles following the school calendar. No degree required, but a passion for working with children is essential.

Responsibilities include running activities, helping with lesson plans, ensuring safety, and supporting homework. ASL skills can bring premium rates.

Qualifications

• One year working with school-age youth (4–10) in a school/after-school setting.
• Ability to command respect and cooperation in an elementary classroom.
• Confidence to run a classroom alone.
• 18+ years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (in-person).
• Team player who can collaborate with peers.
• Ability to assess and solve problems for elementary children.
• Create and maintain a fun, caring, and responsive educational environment.
• ASL skills may attract premium hourly rates.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality learning environment and manage activities that extend the school day.
• Assist in implementing classroom curriculum and weekly lesson plans.
• Ensure the safety and security of children enrolled.
• Follow the designated schedule and curriculum, and maintain a routine for students.
• Effectively attract and retain students through enthusiasm and teaching skills.
• Assist with homework completion.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Student safety

Team player

Problem solving

Engaging communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Teachers Needed!

Multiple Teacher jobs are available in your area.

Do you want to continue learning about education? Do you have experience working in After-school Programs, Enrichment Programs, and Summer Camps? Apollo After School is looking for you!

Compensation: Starting at $20 per hour (depending on experience).

Location: Washington, DC

Starting Date: Seasonal position (this position is seasonal and follows the school district calendar of the 2026-2027 school year)

Hours: Monday to Friday, After Care hours 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm (varies depending on school assigned)

Job Description:

Apollo After School offers after-school care and enrichment clubs at local schools. We seek outgoing, personable, and reliable teachers for our school-based programs in the area. No degree? No problem! While a degree in education is highly valued, applicants with relevant experience or a related degree may be considered. We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, patient, and caring individuals who are flexible, responsible, and who have a real, genuine passion for working with children and making a positive impact on their lives. If this sounds like you, then continue reading!

As an Apollo Teacher, your responsibilities will be:

• Provide a high-quality learning environment and manage activities that extend the school day;
• Assist in the implementation of classroom curriculum and weekly lesson plans when needed;
• Ensure the safety and security of children enrolled;
• Follow the designated schedule and curriculum, and maintain a routine for students;
• Effectively attract and retain students through enthusiasm, teaching skills, and patience;
• Assist with homework completion;

The requirements for our teachers are:

• One year working with school-age youth, ages 4-10, in a school/after-school setting.
• Ability to command respect and cooperation in an elementary classroom.
• Confidence to run a classroom alone.
• Applicants must be 18+ and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (in-person training)
• A team player who can collaborate with peers.
• Ability to assess and solve problems associated with elementary-aged children.
• Ability to create and maintain a fun, caring, and responsive educational environment.
• Premium hourly rates are available for educators with ASL skills in programs where there are children who use or benefit from ASL.

Perks:

• Career and professional development opportunities
• Training in relevant childcare subjects
• Collaborative environment with schedule flexibility
• Work-life balance

Physical Environment:

• Able to stay active and on your feet for extended periods.
• Able to move quickly (walk, jog, or run) to ensure student safety.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and participating in physical activities with children.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Apollo After School or Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.