Part Time Educator Substitute (Chicago Public Schools)

Right At School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Right At School is hiring a Part Time Educator Substitute for Chicago Public Schools. The role supports before/after school programs with flexible hours and travel among CPS locations, starting at $17/hr.

You’ll deliver engaging lessons, supervise students, and partner with school staff to ensure safety and student well-being. Ideal candidates have strong customer service, teamwork, and at least 1 year of experience with children under 13; college credits in related fields are preferred.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service and relationship building skills.
• Works well in a team environment.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13.
• College credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize program materials for lessons and activities, and document attendance and incidents.
• Deliver our daily curriculum to engage children and support school-day learning.
• Model positive guidance and maintain safety and focus of all children.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff and school personnel.
• Meet regularly with the Program Manager regarding progress and accountability.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Experience with children

Communication skills

Drive to inspire learning

Education

College credits in early childhood education

Job description

Part Time Educator Substitute (Chicago Public Schools)

vision insurance, long term disability, 401(k)

Sep 22, 2026

Job Description

Inspire a Love of Learning | Support Schools | Give Parents Peace of Mind

Right At School has been providing safe, fun, and meaningful extended day enrichment programs for more than a decade, and today we serve more than 35,000 students in 17 states across the country. Our after school, before school, and break camp programs give students a place to learn, play, grow, and most importantly-a place to be a kid!

Right At School's mission is to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give parents peace of mind. Our vision is to bring exceptional, affordable programs to as many students, families, and schools as possible. The core of everything we do is the team of amazing educators we have across the country, who bring their best to each program every day. So how do we build that team? We start with mission-driven people who want to help foster a love of learning while providing a safe environment for children to explore and grow.

We're now hiringSUBSTITUTE positions for all of our Chicago Public School programs!

Hours : Before School, Recess and/or After School - hours vary each week, based on substitute availability and the needs of the schools

Locations : Schools are broken in to "zones" based on their location throughout the city. Once assigned to a "zone" you can be placed at any of the schools listed in the surrounding areas.

This position will require the flexibility to frequently travel to assigned CPS locations with minimal notice.

Pay Rate : Starting at $17/hr

Schedule: Before School 6:30 am - 8:00 am, Recess 10:00 am - 2:00 pm and/or After School 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Right At School has been providing safe, fun, and meaningful extended day enrichment programs for more than a decade, and today we serve more than 35,000 students in 17 states across the country. Our after school, before school, and break camp programs give students a place to learn, play, grow, and most importantly-a place to be a kid!

Right At School's mission is to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give parents peace of mind. Our vision is to bring exceptional, affordable programs to as many students, families, and schools as possible. The core of everything we do is the team of amazing educators we have across the country, who bring their best to each program every day. So how do we build that team? We start with mission-driven people who want to help foster a love of learning while providing a safe environment for children to explore and grow.

You’ll drive the mission by:

• Organize program materials for lessons and activities, as well as document attendance, incidents and other observation
• Deliver our dynamic daily curriculum to engage children in academic and social character-building that expands school day learning in a meaningful way
• Using your coursework training and our in-person training, model positive guidance and effective classroom management to maintain the safety, well-being and attention of all children while supporting homework completion, leading fun fitness activities, and guiding children at play
• Excellent communication skills with varied audience including children, parents, staff and school personnel
• Model positive guidance and effective classroom management to maintain the safety and well-being and attention of all children
• Meets regularly with the Program Manager regarding professional progress and team accountability

Benefits of being an Educator with Right at School:

• Health & Wellness - Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Pet Health - Pet Discounts Programs and Pet Insurance
• Physical Wellness - Supplemental Insurance (e.g. Short & Long Term Disability)
• Financial Wellness - 401(k) with Company Match & Free Financial Coaching
• Protection & Support - Legal Services, Identity Theft, Transit/Parking Savings Plans, Employee Assistance Program
• Child Care: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities.
• Additional Perks: FREE NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Programs and Cell Phone Discounts
• All benefits and perks available have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.

Ideal Candidates will have the following:

• Outstanding customer service and relationship building skills
• Works well in a team environment
• At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13 years of age
• College credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or a related field preferred
• Ability to lift 40lbs
• Drive to inspire a love for learning and commitment to healthy living
• Ability to meet state-specific requirements; CPR, Mandated Reporter training, TB test, etc.

Right At School is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.