School-Age Counselor – After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Hoover, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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

The counselor supports school-age children by leading engaging activities and helping provide a safe, healthy, and fun program environment. The role is suited to people who enjoy building relationships with children, supporting their growth, and working with teammates and families. Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the employee’s work hours and workdays.

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.
• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Bring energy, kindness, and patience; enjoy encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Be reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

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