Part Time Childcare Educator (Seeds of Health - Milwaukee 53215)
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! Our 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.
About the role
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. As a Part Time Childcare Educator, you’ll drive the mission by:
- Organizing program materials for lessons and activities, as well as documenting attendance, incidents, and other observations
- Delivering 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, modeling 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
- Communicating effectively with varied audiences including children, parents, staff, and school personnel
- Meeting regularly with the Program Manager regarding professional progress and team accountability
Requirements
- 18 years old or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 240 hours or more working in a licensed childcare facility as an assistant AND one of the following:
- 2 non-credit department-approved courses in early childhood education
- 2 credits in early childhood and one noncredit department-approved course in early childhood
- A certificate from the WI registry as a child care teacher
- Completed Staff Health Report and clear TB test within 30 days of hire date (can be used if completed within the past 12 months)
Qualifications
- Outstanding customer service and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13 years of age
- Ability to lift 25 lbs
- Excellent communication skills with varied audiences including children, parents, staff, and school personnel
- Drive to inspire a love for learning and commitment to healthy living
- Respect for and dedication to working with children with special needs
- A love for children!
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Commuter benefits, supplemental insurance (short-term disability, life insurance, etc.), based on eligibility
- Employee perks and discounts (hotels, car rentals, theme parks, sports events, shopping, etc.)
- 401k contributions for your future
- Free before & after school childcare with Right At School while you work
- Opportunity to make a difference in your community and positively impact families
- Ongoing professional development with pay raise incentives
- Meaningful fun and employ disguised learning
- Flexible working hours aligned to school schedules
Pay
$15–18 per hour
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 2:45 PM–6:00 PM