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Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Salary

$20 / HOUR

Quick overview

The educator will provide a high-quality learning environment, manage enrichment activities, and implement lesson plans for school-age children. They are also responsible for ensuring student safety, maintaining routines, and assisting with homework completion.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have at least one year of experience working with school-age youth in a school or after-school setting. The role requires the ability to command an elementary classroom, work collaboratively, and maintain a responsive educational environment.

TeamworkCommunicationFlexibilityPatienceEnthusiasmChildcareProblem solvingASLLesson planningSafety monitoringClassroom managementHomework assistance

Job description

Teachers Needed! Multiple Teacher jobs are available in your area. 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: Starting at $20 per hour (depending on experience).

Location

  • 20019
  • Washington,
  • DC
  • Starting
  • Date:
  • School
  • Year 2026-2027
  • Hours: Monday to
  • Friday -
  • Morning
  • Care hours
  • Monday to
  • Friday -
  • After
  • Care hours 3:15 pm to 6:30 pm

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 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; The requirements for our teachers are: 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 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. Premium hourly rates are available for educators with ASL skills in programs where there are children who use or benefit from ASL.

Perks

  • Career and professional development opportunities Training in relevant childcare subjects Collaborative environment with schedule flexibility
  • Work-life balance
  • Physical
  • Environment: 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.

Benefits

  • Work-life balance
  • Schedule flexibility
  • Collaborative environment
  • Career and professional development opportunities
  • Training in relevant childcare subjects