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Apollo After School

After School Educator

Washington, DC · On-site

$20/hr

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)

Apollo After School

After School Educator

Washington, DC · On-site

$20/hr

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)

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for afterschool programs in Washington is $18.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $18.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Afterschool Programs, you need skills in youth supervision, activity planning, and basic educational support, often supported by a background in education or child development. Familiarity with program management software, safety protocols, and CPR/First Aid certification is commonly required. Excellent communication, patience, creativity, and the ability to build rapport with children and families are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that fosters student growth outside regular school hours.

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Staff in afterschool programs often navigate challenges such as managing diverse student needs, maintaining engagement during after-school hours, and addressing behavioral issues. Effective strategies include developing structured yet flexible activity plans, fostering positive relationships with students, and collaborating closely with school-day teachers and parents to support each child. Continuous professional development and open communication within the team also help staff adapt to dynamic situations and create a supportive environment.

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Afterschool programs are organized activities that take place outside of regular school hours, often in the afternoons. They provide children and teenagers with safe, structured environments for learning, recreation, and social development. These programs can include tutoring, sports, arts, STEM activities, and more, aiming to support academic achievement and personal growth. Afterschool programs are typically offered by schools, community centers, or nonprofit organizations and can play a crucial role in helping working families by providing supervision and enrichment for their children.
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After School Programs Manager

Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School

Washington, DC • On-site

$72K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Title: REEF Operations Manager
Department: REEF (Responsibility, Education, Exercise, and Fun)
FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of REEF
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10AM - 6PM
Compensation: $72,250 - $75,863/year
Position Overview: The Operations Manager is responsible for REEF compliance, projects, and programming for both the staff and our Grade 1-5 students. The position manages the day-to-day after/before care school operation functions, and supports all levels of the REEF team in the strategic planning processes. This role contributes to a variety of projects and tasks associated with the general operation of a public charter school and its extracurricular program. If you are a dynamic leader and ready to make a difference, then Yu Ying is the place for you!
Essential Responsibilities, including but not limited:
  • Coordinate before and/or aftercare (REEF) programs for assigned grade levels.
  • Manage enrollment and registration shifts for the Grade 1-5 programs
  • Classroom and supply management
  • Oversee the daily student arrival and dismissal processes to ensure that safety and efficiency are prioritized
  • Collaborate with the REEF leadership team to timely communicate with the community
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure a continuity of quality of services and that safety remains a priority for all REEF participants and programs
  • Assist REEF Director with recruitment, onboarding and training of Before/Aftercare Staff
  • Ensure that staff and families adhere to the Family and Staff Handbooks at all times
  • Create and implement engaging activities for the Grade 1-5 students
  • Train, coach, and support the Grade 1-5 staff of 20 to create and sustain a positive normative culture
  • Developing your admin team for professional growth so they can run things smoothly in your absence
  • REEF Showcases and Special events each year, five total
  • Manage and maintain high standards for holiday and summer camps
  • Assist with other school operation efforts as requested.
  • Contribute to a variety of projects and tasks associated with the general operation of a public charter school and its extracurricular programs, as may be requested from time to time by appropriate personnel.

Required Qualifications
  • Experience in operations
  • Proficient technology skills (e.g., Apple Products and Google Docs)
  • Proven record of a high level of professionalism
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience and knowledge with before-and-aftercare program administration.
  • Experience in an elementary school setting
  • Fluency in Mandarin Chinese.

Benefits Package:
Generous Paid Time Off
  • 20 Vacation Days
  • 6 Sick/Personal Days
  • 11 Federal Holidays

Insurance Benefits
  • Comprehensive Insurance (Vision, Health, Dental)
  • Dependent Coverage
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • 100% Company Covered Life Insurance Option
  • Short & Long term Disability Insurance

Work-Life Balance Assistance
  • Public Transit Assistance
  • Staff Preference Enrollment in Yu Ying
  • On-Site Daycare (3 months - 3 years old)
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Annual Bonus Opportunities/Monetary Rewards
  • 3% 401K Match

Terms of Employment:
Physical Demands
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodation can be made, while performing this job, the staff member shall:
  • Use physical strength to lift, move, carry, pull, or push equipment and/or student(s).
  • Sit, stand, walk, and run for required periods, according to the instruction schedule.
  • Speak and hear.
  • Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
  • Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
  • Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.

Environmental Demands
The environmental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive.
  • Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.
  • Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
  • Exposure to heated/air-conditioned and ventilated facilities.
  • Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipment.
  • Function in a workplace with a high level of noise at times.

* Washington Yu Ying PCS reserves the right to change and update policies, procedures, protocols and this job description/agreement and any addenda as needed. Employees will be notified in a timely manner of such changes by email or in staff meetings and provided an updated copy of this job description/agreement.

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