Educator
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: $15–$17 per hour (based on education and experience)
REQUIRED Experience: Six months experience working in a licensed childcare facility or school setting with large group of children. ;
Program Hours: ;After School: 2:45 PM–6:00 PM (must be able to work Monday through Friday. Unable to accommodate partial work week shifts at this time.
Location: Located inside the Lamar area schools-
Lindsey Elementary School
Address: 2431 Joan Collier Trce, Katy, TX 77494
Schedule: Part-time; hours may include before school, after school, recess care, and/or full-day care during breaks, depending on site needs.
Requirements:
- Ability to meet state-specific requirements;
- At least six months of work in a licensed group childcare center or school with a.large group of children.
- First Aid and CPR-in-person (if required- ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
- 18+ years of age
- Proof of High School diploma/GED required
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.
What We’re Looking For
- At least verifiable six months of experience working with children under 13 (preferred) in a licensed childcare center or school setting
- 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
Texas State Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- 18 years of age
- Six months of previous experience in childcare in a group licensed childcare setting or school-type setting (will require verification) with a large group of children.
- Live within the listed school district area
- Fluent in English and Bilingual is a plus
Benefits & Perks
- Health & Wellness: Medical/virtual care, 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 (site-dependent)
- Additional ;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.
Ideal Candidates will have the following:
- Outstanding customer service and relationship building skills
- High School Diploma/GED and 18 years of age or older
- Works well in a team environment
- At least six months of experience working with children under 13 years of age
- Ability to lift 40lbs
- Drive to inspire a love for learning and commitment to healthy living
- Ability to meet state-specific requirements; CPR, Mandated Reporter training, TB test, etc.
- Excellent communication skills with varied audiences including children, parents, staff, and school personnel
- Ability to meet state-specific requirements; FA/CPR, Mandated Reporter, Cleared TB
