Part Time Educator-Upper Merion Area School District

About the role

Educator Right At School provides before and after school extended day programs focusing on disguised learning activities and daily enrichment. Our mission is to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind by building a team of mission-driven individuals passionate about fostering a love of learning and creating safe, engaging experiences for children.

Responsibilities

• Daily Program Meetings: Review goals and updates, share ideas, discuss professional progress, encourage collaboration, and team accountability.
• Organize and Facilitate Daily Activities: Prepare activities and curriculum for the day, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
• Lead by Example: Maintain a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring children enjoy themselves while meeting program goals.
• Monitor Environment: Address potential hazards, follow safety protocols, document attendance, incidents, and observations.
• Effective Communication: Communicate with a varied audience, including children, parents, staff, and school personnel.

Requirements

• Prioritize Safety and Joy: Ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for children.
• Communicate Effectively: Work well with a variety of audiences.
• Teamwork: Work well in a team environment.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience working with children under 13 years old.
• Lifting Capacity: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Flexibility: Support additional local programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Customer Service and Relationship-Building Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma/GED plus 30 college credits in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field.
  • High School Diploma/GED with at least 600 hours of secondary training.
  • High School Diploma/GED with 15 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field plus 1 year of experience.
  • High School Diploma/GED plus 2 years of experience.
• State Requirements: Meet state-specific requirements.
• Training: First Aid and CPR certification in person.
• Health Screenings: Clear tuberculosis test.
• Age: Must be 18 years of age.
• CDA: Preferred but not required.

Skills

• Love for Learning: Inspire a love of learning.
• Healthy Living: Commitment to healthy living.
• Teamwork: Work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Pet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurance.
• Physical Wellness: Supplemental insurance (short and 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, and employee assistance program.
• Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs for team members within participating facilities.
• Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, tickets, and cell phone discounts.

Pay

$17.00-$20.00 per hour (based on education and experience)

Schedule

Monday-Friday; 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Payroll Information

Right At School offers a comprehensive benefits package including health & wellness, pet health, physical wellness, financial wellness, protection & support, childcare, and additional perks. Eligibility criteria apply to all benefits and perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Right At School is committed to equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on 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.