School-Age Counselor – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Birmingham, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Counselor for its After School Program at Glen Iris 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, 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $15.00 per hour.

The counselor leads activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, helps children with homework, and provides a safe, healthy, and fun environment. The role also supports program operations and requires following state guidelines and Healthy Kids and host-school policies. The position may suit people seeking a school-calendar schedule, education majors seeking hands-on experience, and retirees interested in mentoring children.

Healthy Kids Programs operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It is a certified benefit corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while positively impacting communities. The organization describes its workplace as supportive and engaging, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be medically cleared of communicable diseases, including TB.
• Be warm, friendly, and upbeat, with exceptional people skills.
• Be professional, reliable, and prompt.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and 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.

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