Part Time Program Manager - Ottawa, IL

Right At School; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

401(k) with company match

Pet discounts

Legal service

Employee Assistance Program

Free staff enrollment in programs

NAA membership

TicketsAtWork perks

Job summary

Right At School is seeking a Program Manager to lead a team at Ottawa Elementary School District in Illinois. You’ll coach Educators, maintain safety and licensing standards, manage attendance, and partner with families and school leaders to deliver engaging before/after school programming.

This role emphasizes strong communication, swift issue resolution, and day‑to‑day operations leadership, with pay rate $21-$25 per hour and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED completed.
• Experience working with children, including those with special needs.
• Coursework or training in child development or a related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach Educators, providing day‑to‑day guidance.
• Keep site documentation and safety/licensing standards up to date.
• Manage daily check‑in/check‑out procedures and attendance records.
• Communicate regularly with families, school partners, and the Area Manager.
• Plan and oversee daily enrichment curriculum and activities.
• Address and resolve staff, student, or family issues.
• Monitor safety of the program environment and address hazards.
• Report incidents and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching staff

Communication skills

Safety & compliance

Program operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Lead the way. Own the impact.

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 a Program Manager, you'll lead a team and oversee daily operations — coaching staff, ensuring safety and compliance, building relationships with families and school partners, and facilitating activities with kids as needed — while gaining valuable leadership and operations experience in the education field.

In short, your day‑to‑day leadership is what turns a good program into a great one, for your team and every child you serve.

Pay Rate: $21-$25 per hour (based on education and experience)

Program Hours: Monday - Friday, Before School 6:30 am - 8:15 am and/or After School 2:45 pm - 5:30 pm

Location: Ottawa Elementary School District

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support a team of Educators, providing coaching, feedback, and day‑to‑day guidance
• Keep site documentation, licensing standards, and safety and attendance protocols up to date and compliant with state and company standards
• Oversee daily check‑in and check‑out procedures, ensuring accurate name to face attendance records
• Communicate regularly with families, school partners, and your Area Manager, responding promptly to emails, calls, and inquiries during program hours
• Plan and oversee daily enrichment curriculum, movement, team games, and independent activity stations delivered by your team
• Address and resolve day‑to‑day issues or conflicts among staff, students, or families
• Monitor the program environment for safety, addressing hazards and ensuring safety protocols are followed
• Report incidents, injuries, or safety concerns promptly and maintain accurate documentation

What You’ll Gain

• Current educators & teachers: Step into real leadership experience — coaching a team and owning site operations.
• Experienced managers from other fields: Bring your management background into a high‑impact role in your community.
• Retired teachers or administrators: Stay connected to your passion for education, at a leadership level.
• Parents: Lead a program at your own kid’s school, with free RAS tuition for staff.
• Career‑track growth for all: Many of RAS's Area and Regional Managers started as Program Managers.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing competing priorities while delivering quality service to staff, families, and school partners
• High school diploma or GED completed
• Experience working with children, including those with unique or special needs
• Coursework or training in child development or a related field (preferred)
• Strong oral, written, and visual communication skills with both adults and children
• Comfortable modeling professional standards around students, parents, staff, and community members
• Familiarity with Google Workspace or willingness to learn
• At least 18 years of age

Illinois State Requirements

• First Aid and hands‑on CPR
• Cleared tuberculosis test
• Proof of MMR
• Food Handlers Card
• 18+ years of age
• Cleared background check with fingerprinting

Benefits & Perks

• Health & Wellness: Telehealth, 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 and free financial coaching
• Protection & Support: Legal service, identity theft protection, transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in RAS before/after school programs
• Additional Perks: Free NAA professional membership, TicketsAtWork perks program, cell phone discounts

All benefits and perks 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.