Afterschool Education Specialist (School-Age)

Marillac St. Vincent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family services organization in Chicago is seeking a School-Age Teacher to create engaging activities for school-age children. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, managing classroom environments, and assessing students' progress. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Education and experience with school-age children. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for building relationships with students, parents, and team members. This full-time position offers a chance to foster student development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal skills for rapport with co-workers and families.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate teaching methods.
• Ability to establish a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement educational activities for school-age children.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that align with educational standards.
• Assess students’ progress and communicate with parents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Knowledge of youth development

Education

Associate degree in Education or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Videoconference software

Job description

A family services organization in Chicago is seeking a School-Age Teacher to create engaging activities for school-age children. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, managing classroom environments, and assessing students' progress. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Education and experience with school-age children. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for building relationships with students, parents, and team members. This full-time position offers a chance to foster student development in a supportive environment.