Part-Time After-School Educator: Shape Young Minds

Right At School; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 30,720,000 - 37,333,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Pet Health

Physical Wellness

Financial Wellness

Protection & Support

Childcare

NAA membership

TicketsAtWork perks

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

Right At School is hiring an Educator at Grace Lutheran School in River Forest, IL. The role centers on guiding kids through structured activities, homework help, and safe play in a school setting.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of child experience, strong communication, and reliability for a part-time schedule that includes morning and afternoon shifts. This on-site position offers hands-on education experience and school-based hours.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13 (preferred)
• Comfortable leading groups of children in activities and games
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills with children and adults
• Reliable and punctual; able to commit to a consistent part-time schedule
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. and stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout a shift
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to support additional program locations if needed

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in students at the start of each session; take attendance and maintain accurate records
• Plan and lead daily activities, games, and enrichment lessons appropriate for the age group
• Facilitate homework time and support with academic tasks as needed
• Supervise students during free play, snack time, and transitions, ensuring a safe and structured environment
• Address minor conflicts or behavior issues using positive guidance techniques
• Communicate with parents/guardians at pick-up and drop-off regarding their child's day
• Report incidents, injuries, or safety concerns to your Program Manager or site lead promptly; log incident reports
• Set up and clean up program space and materials each day
• Attend brief daily team meetings to coordinate with other staff

Skills

Experience with children

Customer service

Communication skills

Punctual & reliable

Physical ability 25 lbs

Independent & team

Education

First Aid & CPR certification

TB test cleared

Food Handlers Card

Proof of MMR

18+ years of age

High School diploma/GED

Background check with fingerprinting

Job description

Right At School is hiring an Educator at Grace Lutheran School in River Forest, IL. The role centers on guiding kids through structured activities, homework help, and safe play in a school setting.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of child experience, strong communication, and reliability for a part-time schedule that includes morning and afternoon shifts. This on-site position offers hands-on education experience and school-based hours.