Part Time Educator (Oak Park, IL)

WAT ZOEKEN WE? Love your job. Shape the future. 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 an Educator, you'll work directly with kids — leading activities, facilitating a safe and structured environment, and building relationships — while gaining valuable experience in education and child development. In short, your influence will shape kids’ futures, helping them develop the skills they need to thrive in school, at home, and beyond. Pay Rate: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour (based on education and experience) Program Hours: Monday-Friday: 3:00-6:00PM, Wednesdays have an earlier start time (2:30PM) Location: Oak Park, IL What You'll Do Greet and check in students at the start of each session; take attendance and maintain accurate recordsPlan and lead daily activities, games, and enrichment lessons appropriate for the age group you're working withFacilitate homework time and support with academic tasks as neededSupervise students during free play, snack time, and transitions, ensuring a safe and structured environmentAddress minor conflicts or behavior issues using positive guidance techniquesCommunicate with parents/guardians at pick-up and drop-off regarding their child's dayReport incidents, injuries, or safety concerns to your Program Manager or site lead promptly; log incident reportsSet up and clean up program space and materials each dayAttend brief daily team meetings to coordinate with other staff What You'll Gain Teachers & paraprofessionals: Pick up extra hours and income right at your own school.Retired educators: Stay connected to your lifelong passion and earn supplemental income.Education students: Gain real-world experience in education and child development — lead activities, build your resume, and make a real difference in your community.Childcare & daycare professionals: Trade rigid daycare hours for flexible AM/PM shifts.Parents & everyone else: Work on-site at your own kid's school (with free RAS tuition for staff), or simply explore a career in education — either way, you'll gain real skills, a great team, and a high-impact role in your community. What We're Looking For At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13 (preferred)Comfortable leading groups of children in activities and gamesOutstanding customer service and communication skills with both children and adultsReliable and punctual; able to commit to a consistent part-time scheduleAbility to lift 25 lbs and stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout a shiftComfortable working independently and as part of a teamFlexibility to support additional program locations if needed Illinois State Requirements First Aid and hands-on CPRCleared tuberculosis (TB) test18+ years of ageProof of High School diploma/GED requiredBackground Check with fingerprinting Benefits & Perks Health & Wellness: Telehealth, dental and vision insurance plansPet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurancePhysical Wellness: Supplemental insurance (e.g., short & long-term disability)Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match and free financial coachingProtection & Support: Legal service, identity theft protection, transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance ProgramChildcare: Free or discounted enrollment in RAS before/after school programsAdditional 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. te, or federal law. WAT ZOEKEN WE?