Program Manager (Harvard, IL)
Right At School · Harvard, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$20–$25/hrPart-time
Pay & Schedule
- Pay Rate: $20-25 per hour (based on education and experience)
- Program Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:15AM-8:30AM and 2:40PM-5:30PM
- Location: Harvard, IL
What You'll Do
- 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
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.
Requirements
- 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
Illinois State Requirements
- First Aid and CPR-in-person (ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
- Cleared tuberculosis test (ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
- 18+ years of age
- Proof of High School diploma/GED required
Benefits & Perks
- Health & Wellness: Telehealth, dental and vision insurance plans
- Pet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurance
- Physical Wellness: Supplemental insurance (e.g., short & 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, Employee Assistance Program
- Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in RAS before/after school programs
- Additional Perks: Free NAA professional membership, TicketsAtWork perks program, cell phone discounts