Optician in Training - Part Time - Westfield

Kids for the Future; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Free Eye Exams

Bilingual Pay Eligibility

Certifications for raises

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Westfield, IN offers an Optician in Training role (Part Time) with a base pay of $17.00 per hour. You will work 25-30 hours per week and gain skills in eyewear selection, lens options, and front-desk tasks while learning a professional field at a caring, growth-focused company.

No optical experience is required; enthusiasm, compassion, and a willingness to learn are essential. The role includes training, potential certifications, and opportunities for wage increases

Qualifications

• No optical experience required; willingness to learn.
• Willing to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work during office hours, including some Saturdays.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients in selecting eyewear that fits face and lifestyle.
• Educate patients on lens options and eyewear care.
• Handle front-desk tasks like insurance verification and scheduling.
• Process eyewear orders accurately and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform minor repairs to ensure proper fit.
• Build lasting relationships with patients for return visits.
• Pursue training and certifications to support growth.
• Travel to support other locations if needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

• Location 3008 East State Road 32,Westfield, IN, 46074,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 / Hour
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

Optician in Training – PART TIME

Ability to work 25-30 Hours/Week

Ready to Learn, Ready to Make a Difference?

You don’t need optical experience to succeed at Dr. Tavel—just drive, compassion, and a desire to grow. We’re looking for someone who loves people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants more than a job—they want a career. As an Optician in Training, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Bring curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn—we’ll handle the rest.

This is an opportunity to break into a professional field where style, service, and healthcare intersect. It’s rewarding work—but we won’t sugarcoat it. Success here takes focus, sharp attention to detail, and a daily commitment to excellence.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Guide patients in selecting eyewear that fits their face, lifestyle, and vision needs—while helping them feel confident and cared for.
• Educate patients on lens options, eyewear care, and how to get the most out of their glasses.
• Manage front-desk tasks like insurance verification, scheduling, and benefit authorizations with accuracy and confidence.
• Place and process eyewear orders with precision—and troubleshoot when challenges arise.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to ensure a comfortable, proper fit for every pair.
• Build lasting relationships with patients that keep them coming back.
• Stay on top of your development, completing training, certifications, and growth milestones.
• Ability to travel to support other locations only if needed.

This Role Is NOT for You If:

• You prefer repetition and routine over opportunities for growth in knowledge and skills.
• You struggle in high-energy environments or dislike frequent change.
• You tend to wait for direction rather than taking initiative.
• You get flustered or frustrated when things don’t go exactly as planned.
• You are not open to coaching, feedback, or ongoing training.

You will be a GREAT Fit If:

• You love helping people and take pride in making their day better.
• You are excited about a job where you're constantly learning and growing.
• You communicate clearly and confidently—even when trying something new.
• You can juggle multiple tasks while staying organized and focused.
• You appreciate feedback and use it as a tool to improve.
• You take ownership of your work and strive to get things right the first time.
• You show up on time, stay dependable, and take your responsibilities seriously.
• Availability to work during office hours (including some Saturdays)
• Health & Dental Insurance Eligibility if 30 hours minimum worked per week
• Free Eye Exams & Glasses (including immediate and extended family discounts)
• Opportunities to complete Certifications for additional wage increases!
• Bilingual Pay Eligibility: fluency in another language(s), increase to base pay below:
  • Spanish, ASL, French Creole & Burmese

This Is More Than a Job. It’s Your Start.

Training for this position is paid time, and schedule will be determined based on part time schedule.

This role combines service and precision. You’ll need strong people skills and attention to detail.

We hire for mindset. If you’re coachable, driven, and ready to grow, we’ll help you build a real career.