Part Time Educator - Upper Merion Area School District

Right At School; Bridgeport (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Pet health

Financial wellness

Protection & Support

Childcare

Additional Perks

Job summary

Right At School is seeking an Educator to support before/after school programs in Pennsylvania. You will help plan daily activities, supervise children, and maintain a safe, engaging environment that encourages learning.

Ideal candidates have at least one year with children, strong customer service, and the ability to lift 25 lbs. The role offers program hours Monday–Friday and a competitive Educator pay rate based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• First Aid and CPR in-person.
• Cleared tuberculosis test.
• 18+ years of age.

Responsibilities

• Daily Program Meetings: review goals, updates, progress, collaboration and accountability.
• Organize and facilitate daily activities aligned with program objectives and curriculum.
• Lead by example to maintain a safe, nurturing environment and meet program goals.
• Prioritize safety and joy; document attendance, incidents and observations as required.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff and school personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Experience with children

Lift 25lbs

Love of learning

Flexibility

Education

HS Diploma / GED + 30 college credits in early childhood ed, child dev, special ed, elementary ed, or human services

HS Diploma / GED with 600+ hours of secondary training

HS Diploma / GED, 15 credit hours in early childhood ed, child dev, special ed, elementary ed, or human services + 1 year experience

ArHS Diploma / GED + 2 years experience

Job description

Right At School - a place to be a kid! Educator

Right At School provides local school districts before and after school extended day programs with a focus on disguised learning activities and daily enrichment dedicated to the success of all students! Right At School's mission emphasizes a commitment to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind. We do this by building a team of mission-driven individuals, who are passionate about fostering a love of learning and creating safe, engaging experiences for children. Our vision is to bring exceptional, affordable programs to as many students, families, and schools as possible while providing a safe environment for children to explore and grow.

Educator Pay Rate: $17.00-$20.00 (based on education and experience)

Program Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am to 8:45am AND 3:20pm to 6:00pm

You'll drive the mission by:

• Daily Program Meetings: Each day, review goals and updates, share ideas, discuss professional progress, encourage collaboration, and team accountability.
• Organize and Facilitate Daily Activities: Prepare activities and curriculum for the day, ensuring they align with the program's objectives. Organize and lead structured daily fitness, activities, and curriculum; that are both educational and enjoyable for all ages.
• Leading by Example: Maintain a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring children are enjoying themselves while also meeting program goals. You will achieve this by modeling positive guidance and effective classroom management.
• Prioritize Safety and Joy: Monitor the environment, address potential hazards, and follow all safety protocols. These may include documenting attendance, incidents, and other observations.
• Communication: Effective communication with a varied audience, including children, parents, staff, and school personnel.

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
• Ability to lift 25lbs
• Drive to inspire a love for learning and commitment to healthy living
• Flexibility to support additional local programs as needed

Pennsylvania State Requirements:

• Ability to meet state-specific requirements;
• First Aid and CPR-in-person
• Cleared tuberculosis test
• 18+ years of age
• CDA Preferred
• HS Diploma / GED + 30 college credits in early childhood ed, child dev, special ed, elementary ed, or the human services field
• OR
• HS Diploma / GED with 600 or more hours of secondary training
• OR
• HS Diploma / GED, 15 credit hours in early childhood ed, child dev, special ed, elementary ed, or the human services field + 1 year of experience
• OR
• ArHS Diploma / GED + 2 years experience

Benefits Offered with Right At School:

• Health & Wellness: Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Pet Health: Pet discount 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 service, identity theft, and Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare: 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 Program, and Cell phone discounts

*All benefits and perks available, have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.

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.