Part Time Before and After-School Educator (Weld County RE-3J Area)

Right At School; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Right At School is seeking a Part-Time Educator to support before-school programs in Weld County School District RE-3J. The role focuses on leading activities, maintaining a safe environment, and building relationships with school‑aged children.

Hours are mornings, with potential for afternoon substitute coverage as needed. Hourly wage ranges from $20.00 to $23.00, depending on education, qualifications, and licensed group childcare experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to lead activities and create a safe, engaging environment.
• Strong communication with parents/guardians.
• Experience with school-aged children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in students; take attendance.
• Plan and lead daily activities and enrichment lessons.
• Support homework tasks and academic activities as needed.
• Supervise during transitions and snack times.
• Address minor behavior issues with positive guidance.
• Communicate with parents at pick-up/drop-off; log notes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Child development passion

Safety/positive environment

Parent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Educator

Love your job. Shape the future.

Right At School provides Before & After School, Summer Camp, and Break Camp programs at 1,200+ schools across the country. Our programs deliver hands‑on enrichment activities, homework support, active play, social‑emotional learning, and more - all guided by a mission to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind.

As an Educator, you'll work directly with kids

Leading activities, facilitating a safe and structured environment, and building relationships - while gaining valuable experience in education and child development.

In short, your influence will shape kids' futures, helping them develop the skills they need to thrive in school, at home, and beyond.

Part-time positions are available for our before and after‑school youth staff, whom we call our Educators!

Right At School is seeking a dependable, experienced, and enthusiastic Part‑Time Before School Site Youth Staff We Call Our Educators to support our before‑school programs within Weld County School District RE‑3J.

This position primarily works during morning before‑school hours, with the additional opportunity to provide afternoon substitute/on‑call coverage when needed.

We are looking for someone with leadership experience, a passion for working with school‑aged children, and the ability to create a safe, engaging, and positive environment for students.

Please review the locations and addresses below to determine which site is within a reasonable commuting distance.

• Hoff Elementary: 7558 WCR 59, Keenesburg, CO 80643
• Hudson Elementary: 300 Beech Street, Hudson, CO 80642
• Meadow Ridge Elementary: 1501 Fletcher Ave., Lochbuie, CO 80603

Position Details & Schedule

• Position: Part‑Time Before School Staff we call our Educators
• Primary Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 6:30 AM‑8:00 AM
• Additional Availability: Must be available for potential afternoon substitute/on‑call coverage between 3:00 PM‑6:00 PM. Afternoon hours are not guaranteed and will depend on program staffing needs.
• Workdays: Monday‑Friday mornings
• Weekends: No weekends!
• Start Date: Immediate
• Hourly Wage: $20.00‑$23.00 per hour, depending on education, qualifications, and verifiable licensed group childcare experience.

Please note: This is primarily a morning position. Afternoon availability is for substitute/on‑call coverage as needed.

Colorado State Requirements

-18 years old and a High School Graduate or GED

-State Licensing Requirement: Verifiable experience of 460 hours supervising a group of 4 or more school‑aged children (Kindergarten-6th grade) in a licensed childcare or classroom setting. This must include the ability to manage children without supervision. (Note: One‑on‑one care, nanny, and babysitting experience do not qualify.)

- Alternative Requirement: 40 clocked hours of department‑approved training or coursework in playground safety.

- Documentation: The ability to provide a letter from a licensed childcare facility verifying the 460 hours of supervision, as well as three professional references

Please review the following requirements carefully to determine whether you meet the qualifications for this position.

What You'll Do

• 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 you're working with
• 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