Do you have babysitting or childcare experience? Do you want to continue learning about education? Do you love working with children? Apollo After School is looking for you!
Compensation: $21 - $25 per hour (depending on experience).
Location: Somerville, Massachusetts 02144
Starting Date: Seasonal Position (This position is seasonal and follows the school district calendar for the 2026-2027 school year.)
- After Care: Monday, Tuesdays, Thursday and Friday 2:00 PM-5:00 PM - Wednesdays 12:45 PM-5:00PM EST
Job Description:
Apollo is partnering with Monterey Park and Alhambra to support their after-school program by providing engaging, hands-on learning experiences that build on the school day. Help create a high-quality environment, support activities, and foster students’ academic and social growth. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love for you to apply!
As an Apollo Teacher, 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.
- Ability to command respect and cooperation in an elementary classroom.
- Confidence to run a classroom alone.
- Applicants must be 18+ and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- 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.
- Career and professional development opportunities
- Training in relevant childcare subjects
- Collaborative environment with schedule flexibility
- Work-life balance
- Able to stay active and on your feet for extended periods.
- Able to move quickly (walk, jog, or run) to ensure student safety.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and participating in physical activities with children.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
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.
Skills Required
- Minimum of one year working with school-age youth (ages 4-10) in a school/after-school setting
- Applicants must be 18+
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to command respect and cooperation in an elementary classroom (classroom management)
- Confidence to run a classroom alone
- Ability to assess and solve problems associated with elementary-aged children
- Team player able to collaborate with peers
- Availability to work the program schedule (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 2:00 PM-5:00 PM; Wed 12:45 PM-5:00 PM EST) following the school district calendar
- Physical ability to stay active, move quickly, bend, reach, and participate in activities with children
- ASL skills (premium hourly rates available where relevant)
What We Do
Apollo After School is a comprehensive extended day program for students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, providing a safe, fun, and friendly environment offering homework help, enrichment activities, and physical activities outside of regular school hours.
