Childcare Teacher - After School

Healthy Kids Programs•Stuart, VA

8h•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring for Teachers for our After School Program for the 2026-2027 school year at Stuart Elementary School in Stuart, VA. Location: Stuart Elementary School in Stuart, VA Hours: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Status: Part-time, non-exempt Pay: $15.50–$17.00 per hour, based on experience Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care. The After School Program team is responsible for: Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance. Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program. Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program. Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App. Observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies. Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required
Virginia-Approved Qualification Pathways (must meet ONE):
Option 1: Meets one of the Virginia Program Director qualification pathways
Option 2: Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field
Option 3: Minimum 3 months programmatic experience plus one of the following:
One-year early childhood certificate (=30 semester hours)
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent
Certification from a recognized Montessori organization
Option 4: 48 semester hours (or 72 quarter hours) from an accredited college/university with at least 12 semester hours (or 18 quarter hours) in child-related subjects and minimum 3 months programmatic experience
Must be able to pass a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) background check.
Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
Demonstrates a warm, friendly, and positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
Maintains a high level of professionalism; dependable and punctual.
Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs., and actively engage in all activities required to safely supervise and keep up with children.

Responsibilities

Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance.
Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program.
Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App.
Observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Benefits

Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
AFLAC supplemental plans
401(k) for eligible employees
Paid sick time
On-demand pay
Career development and growth opportunities

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