After-School Educator: Flexible Hours, Real Impact

Right At School; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Pet Health

Physical Wellness

Financial Wellness

Protection & Support

Childcare

Additional Perks

Job summary

Right At School is seeking an Educator substitute to support after-school programs across partner schools in the Mannheim School District. You will lead activities, monitor safety, and help students with tasks in a structured, caring environment.

This role offers flexible, part-time afternoon hours, eligibility to gain valuable experience in education, and the chance to contribute to a supportive community that helps kids thrive in school and beyond.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13 (preferred).
• Ability to lead groups of children in activities and games.
• Outstanding customer service and communication with children and adults.
• Reliable and punctual; able to commit to a consistent part-time schedule.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. and stand, walk, bend, and kneel during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in students; take attendance and maintain records.
• Plan and lead daily activities, games, and enrichment lessons.
• Assist with homework time and academic tasks as needed.
• Supervise students during free play, snack time, and transitions.
• Address minor conflicts using positive guidance techniques.
• Communicate with parents/guardians at pickup/drop-off.
• Report incidents or safety concerns promptly to the site lead.
• Set up and clean up program space and materials daily.
• Attend brief daily team meetings to coordinate with staff.

Skills

Child care experience

Group leadership

Customer service

Reliability & punctuality

Mobility & stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Right At School is seeking an Educator substitute to support after-school programs across partner schools in the Mannheim School District. You will lead activities, monitor safety, and help students with tasks in a structured, caring environment.

This role offers flexible, part-time afternoon hours, eligibility to gain valuable experience in education, and the chance to contribute to a supportive community that helps kids thrive in school and beyond.