After-School Educator: Flexible Part-Time Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Pet Health: Discounts & Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Free or discounted enrollment in RAS

Job summary

Right At School is seeking substitutes to support after-school and related programs in Illinois. As an Educator, you'll guide activities, supervise students, and foster a safe, engaging environment after school hours in partner schools.

Pay ranges from $16 to $19 per hour, based on education and experience. Hours are late afternoon to early evening Monday through Friday, with occasional morning shifts; you’ll gain hands-on experience in education and child development while helping families and

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience with children.
• Ability to lead groups of children in activities.
• Excellent customer service and communication with children and adults.
• Reliable and punctual with a part-time schedule.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand/walk/bend/kneel during shifts.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in students; take attendance and maintain records.
• Plan and lead daily activities and enrichment lessons.
• Support homework time and academic tasks as needed.
• Supervise students during play, snack, and transitions, ensuring safety.
• Address minor conflicts using positive guidance.
• Communicate with parents at pick-up/drop-off about the day.
• Report incidents in a timely manner; log reports.
• Set up and clean program space daily.
• Attend daily team meetings.

Skills

Experience with children

Group leadership

Communication skills

Reliability

Flexible schedule

Education

High School diploma or GED

First Aid & CPR certification

Background check with fingerprinting

Job description

Right At School is seeking substitutes to support after-school and related programs in Illinois. As an Educator, you'll guide activities, supervise students, and foster a safe, engaging environment after school hours in partner schools.

Pay ranges from $16 to $19 per hour, based on education and experience. Hours are late afternoon to early evening Monday through Friday, with occasional morning shifts; you’ll gain hands-on experience in education and child development while helping families and