School-Age Counselor – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Birmingham, AL

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Counselor for its After School Program at South Hampton Elementary School in Birmingham, Alabama, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time, non-exempt position follows the school calendar and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Pay is $15.00 per hour.

The counselor leads engaging activities and supports children’s learning, safety, and well-being. The program serves school-age children and uses a curriculum that includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion. The role also supports program operations and requires following state guidelines and Healthy Kids and host school policies.

The position is suited to people who enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences. Successful candidates bring energy, kindness, patience, reliability, and organization; encourage children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence; and communicate effectively with teammates and families.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be medically cleared of communicable diseases, including TB.
• Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat.
• Must have exceptional people skills and be professional, reliable, and prompt.
• Must be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to maintain active supervision while participating in children's routines and activities.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with children under 13 years of age is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.
• Maintain active supervision while participating in children’s routines and activities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours the employee works.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED