Evening After-School Child Care Worker (Part-Time)

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Urbana School District #116 is seeking energetic and reliable individuals for a Community Schools After-School Child Care Worker role at Dr. Preston Williams Jr. Elementary School.

You will supervise and engage children ages 3–11 in safe, structured activities after school, ensuring well-being and communication with families. The position is part-time, 5:15 pm–8:00 pm or alternating evenings, with a pay rate of $20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with children in a licensed childcare facility, preschool, school, or camp setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Associate's or bachelor's degree in education preferred.
• CDA (Child Development Associate) or Early Childhood Education coursework encouraged.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain after hire).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and child abuse registry clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathroom breaks and basic hygiene (handwashing).
• Lead sensory play, read books, play with toys, and simple arts and crafts.
• Plan fun indoor and outdoor games, and motor activities.
• Supervise homework time and offer basic tutoring or reading/math help (5–11 age group).
• Organize sports, group games, or interactive projects.
• Provide updates to parents/guardians at pickup.
• Maintain supervision and safety at all times; enforce allergy guidelines.

Skills

People skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Student engagement

De-escalation

Education

HS Diploma

Education degree preferred

CDA or ECE coursework encouraged

CPR/First Aid certifications

Job description

Urbana School District #116 is seeking energetic and reliable individuals for a Community Schools After-School Child Care Worker role at Dr. Preston Williams Jr. Elementary School.

You will supervise and engage children ages 3–11 in safe, structured activities after school, ensuring well-being and communication with families. The position is part-time, 5:15 pm–8:00 pm or alternating evenings, with a pay rate of $20.00 per hour.