Part-Time School Substitute Educator | Flexible Hours

Right At School; Illinois; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Telehealth, dental,

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Free or discounted enrollment in RAS

Job summary

Right At School in Harvard, IL is seeking a part-time, on-call Educator to lead activities, supervise students, and support homework during before/after school sessions.

You will greet students, plan enrichment activities, assist with academics, and communicate with parents. The role offers flexibility to cover multiple locations and a chance to gain experience 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 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 records.
• Plan and lead daily activities, games, and enrichment lessons for the age group.
• Facilitate homework time and support academic tasks as needed.
• Supervise students during free play, snack time, and transitions; maintain safety.
• Address minor conflicts or behavior issues with positive guidance.
• Communicate with parents/guardians at pick‑up and drop‑off.
• Report incidents or safety concerns to Program Manager; log incident reports.
• Set up and clean up program space and materials daily.
• Attend brief daily team meetings to coordinate with other staff.

Skills

Experience with children

Customer service

Reliable and punctual

Lift 25 lbs

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

Right At School in Harvard, IL is seeking a part-time, on-call Educator to lead activities, supervise students, and support homework during before/after school sessions.

You will greet students, plan enrichment activities, assist with academics, and communicate with parents. The role offers flexibility to cover multiple locations and a chance to gain experience in education and child development.