Do you want to continue learning about education? Do you have experience working in After-school Programs, Enrichment Programs, and Summer Camps? Apollo After School is looking for you!
Compensation: $24 hourly
Location: Mendham, New Jersey
Starting Date: This role follows the school district calendar for the 2026-2027 school year
Hours:
- After Care Monday through Friday 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm EST
Looking for a rewarding part-time job where you can inspire, mentor, and have fun every day? At Apollo After School, we believe the hours after school are some of the most important in a child's day. That's why we're looking for energetic, caring, and dependable individuals who are passionate about helping children learn, grow, and thrive.
Whether you're an aspiring teacher, college student, retired educator, paraprofessional, coach, artist, or simply someone who enjoys working with children, we'd love to meet you!
- Supervise and ensure the safety of students.
- Lead engaging games, STEM, arts & crafts, sports, and enrichment activities.
- Help create a fun, positive, and inclusive environment.
- Build meaningful relationships with students, families, and school staff.
- Encourage teamwork, creativity, confidence, and respect.
- Passionate about working with children.
- Friendly, energetic, and patient.
- Reliable, responsible, and professional.
- Strong communicators who work well with a team.
- Positive role models who enjoy making a difference
- We encourage Career and Professional Development. We welcome candidates from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds, including:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Previous experience working with children in schools, camps, childcare centers, tutoring programs, sports, enrichment programs, or youth organizations is highly preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain certification).
- Training in relevant childcare subjects
- Collaboration, and schedule flexibility
- Applicants must be 18+ and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Work-life balance
- Flexible part-time schedule that works around school or another job.
- Competitive pay.
- Supportive and welcoming team environment.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Gain valuable experience working with children.
- Make a lasting impact in your community every day.
- 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.
If you're ready to inspire young minds, create unforgettable experiences, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference, apply today! We can't wait to meet you!
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
- One year working with school-age youth (ages 4-10) in a school/after-school setting
- Ability to command respect and cooperation in an elementary classroom
- Confidence to run a classroom independently
- Applicants must be 18+
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 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
- Able to stay active and on your feet for extended periods; able to move quickly and participate in physical activities
- ASL skills (premium hourly rates available where applicable)
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.
