Part-Time After-School Educator – Shape Young Minds

Right At School; Illinois; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth not applicable

Free school tuition for staff

Discounted enrollment in RAS programs

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) with match

Job summary

Right At School is hiring an Educator to work at Grayslake IL area school sites after school, Monday through Friday, 1:45 pm – 6:00 pm. This role focuses on leading activities, ensuring a safe, structured environment, and building relationships with students to support learning and development.

You will greet students, guide enrichment activities, assist with homework, monitor behavior with positive guidance, and communicate with parents.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working with children preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with children and adults.
• Reliable and punctual with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in students at the start of each session; take attendance and maintain records.
• Plan and lead daily activities, games, and enrichment lessons suitable for the age group.
• Support homework time and academic tasks as needed.
• Supervise during free play, snack time, and transitions for safety and structure.
• Address minor conflicts with positive guidance.
• Communicate with parents at pick-up/drop-off.
• Log incidents or safety concerns as required.
• Set up and clean the program space daily.
• Attend brief daily team meetings.

Education

High School diploma or GED

18+ years of age

Job description

Right At School is hiring an Educator to work at Grayslake IL area school sites after school, Monday through Friday, 1:45 pm – 6:00 pm. This role focuses on leading activities, ensuring a safe, structured environment, and building relationships with students to support learning and development.

You will greet students, guide enrichment activities, assist with homework, monitor behavior with positive guidance, and communicate with parents.