Part-Time School Educator — Flexible AM/PM Hours

Right At School; Illinois; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Telehealth, dental,

Pet Health: Pet discount programs

Physical Wellness: Disability coverage

Financial Wellness: 401(k) with match

Protection & Support: Legal service

Childcare: Free or discounted program

Additional Perks: Memberships & perks

Job summary

Right At School is hiring Educators to work directly with kids at school sites, leading activities and enriching lessons while ensuring a safe, structured environment. The role focuses on engagement, attendance, and support for academic tasks within a flexible part‑time schedule.

You will greet students, guide activities, supervise transitions, and communicate with families. This role offers meaningful community impact and opportunities to develop in education and child development.

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 both 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 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
• Attend brief daily team meetings to coordinate with other staff

Skills

Experience with children

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliability & punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Right At School is hiring Educators to work directly with kids at school sites, leading activities and enriching lessons while ensuring a safe, structured environment. The role focuses on engagement, attendance, and support for academic tasks within a flexible part‑time schedule.

You will greet students, guide activities, supervise transitions, and communicate with families. This role offers meaningful community impact and opportunities to develop in education and child development.