Teacher - After School Program

After School Teacher Needed!

Do you have childcare experience? Do you want to continue learning about education? Do you love working with children? Apollo After School is looking for you!

Compensation: $18 - $22 per hour (depending on experience)

Location: Chicago IL, 60618, 60641, 60647 and 60714

Starting Date: School year 2025-2026

Hours: (schedules may vary depending on the school)

• After Care Monday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm
  
  

Job Description

Apollo After School offers after-school care and enrichment clubs at local schools. We seek outgoing, personable, and reliable teachers for our school-based programs in the area. No degree? No problem! While a degree in education is highly valued, applicants with relevant experience or a related degree may be considered. We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, patient, and caring individuals who are flexible, responsible, and who have a real, genuine passion for working with children and making a positive impact on their lives.

If this sounds like you, then continue reading!

As An Apollo Educator, Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Provide a high-quality learning environment and manage activities that extend the school day
• Assist in the implementation of classroom curriculum and weekly lesson plans when needed
• Ensure the safety and security of children enrolled
• Follow designated schedule and curriculum, maintain a routine for students
• Effectively attract and retain students through enthusiasm, teaching skills, and patience
• Assist with homework completion;
  
  

The Requirements For Our Educators Are

• Ability to command respect and cooperation in an elementary classroom
• Confidence to run a classroom alone
• A team player who can collaborate with peers
• Ability to assess and solve problems associated with elementary-aged children
• Ability to create and maintain a fun, caring, and responsive educational environment
• Minimum of one year working with school-age youth, ages 4-10 in a school/after-school setting
• Premium hourly rates are available for educators with ASL skills in programs where there are children who use or benefit from ASL.
  
  

Perks

• We encourage Career and Professional Development
• Training in relevant childcare subjects
• Collaboration, and schedule flexibility
• Work-life balance
  
  

Apollo After School or Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.