Floating School Age Educator bei ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE

Description

The Floating School-Age Educator (Temporary November 1, 2025 - August 28, 2026), reporting to the supervision of the Assistant Director of School Age Programs is responsible for implementing programs and providing direct service to children across Erie Houses three comprehensive School Age Program locations. This position will work 5 hours a day during school days and 8 hours a day (full time) during summer/school vacation/holidays, contingent upon funding supporting whichever location has the greatest need.

This part time school year/full time /summer position is in partnership with the Expanded Learning Programs department, directly impacting our student population of primarily Latinx and immigrant families.

In return to your commitment to Erie House and its mission to the community, you will enjoy excellent professional development opportunities, opportunities for growth, and have direct impact in building powerful communities. Be a part of one of the oldest and most respected Settlement House in the Chicago Land Area.

The Floating School Age Educators primary responsibility is to interact, supervise, and provide a safe learning environment to the children that we serve between our 3 different locations. The Floating School Age Educator must be adaptable, have excellent communication and provide an environment in which children and grow and learn. Experience working with children 5-12 years old is highly preferred.

The Floating School Age Educator provides an overall environment that is reflective of our multi-ethnic population, conducive to enjoyment, relaxation and socialization. Has well defined interest areas, and promotes recognition, acceptance and positive interactions among children and among children and staff.

Works with the Site Director in development, planning and implementation of the School Age Program. Actively participates with children ages 5-12 years old providing active supervision and facilitating enriching activities that promote academic achievement, social emotional development, and foster a sense of belonging.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish / English preferred
• 45 hours of college courses with at least 6 hours in child development or related field OR 30 hours of college courses with 9 hours in child development/related field plus
• Ability to use Microsoft Programs
• Ability to report to 3 different locations in Chicago with limited notice (1313 N. Claremont, 1701 W. Superior, 1347 W. Erie)

 TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS 

Compensation : $17.75 - 18.50 hourly 

• Work / life  integration 
  • Generous paid time off        

(examples below for full-time employment) 

• 12 accrued sick days per year 
• 3 personal days 
• Paid birthday off 
• 8 paid holidays, including Juneteenth 
• In addition to above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day 
• Vacation 
  • Year 1 = 8 days 
  • Year 2 = 13 days 
  • Year 3 + = 20  days 
• Access to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possible 
• Two-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employees  
• Time off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leave 
• Professional Development 
  • Employer-sponsored learning and development programs 
  • Paid day off annually for personal professional development  
  • Tuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allows 
  • DEI Council-sponsored education and engagement series  
• Wellness support 
  • Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Employer-paid life insurance 
  • Voluntary life and AD&D and short and long-term disability 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision and dependent care 
  • 403b with employer match 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Yoga, Zumba and Book Club, when onsite

Non Union  Temporary 

 Erie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at [email protected]. 

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYS

ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ACCREDITED BY NAEYC & NATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATION

RECOGNIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; 

UNITED WAY MEMBER