HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
Location
Hillsville, Virginia
Salary
$16 - $17 / HOUR
Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, and academic activities. Provide a safe and fun environment while acting as a positive role model for children.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. They must also meet one of the Virginia-Approved Qualification Pathways and pass a background check.
Job Status: Part-time, non-exempt
Do you love working with kids?
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Childcare Lead Teacher for our After School Program at Meadows of Dan Elementary School in Meadows of Dan, VA for the 2026–2027 school year.
Position Responsibilities Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion. Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting 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.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 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.
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 – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility Career development and growth opportunities About Healthy Kids Programs Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider—we're shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing organizations, we provide Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and our team members.
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Market context
In Virginia, after-school childcare lead teacher roles are commonly in demand because programs need dependable staff who can supervise children, support routines, and meet state qualification rules. This role is competitive because candidates must satisfy Virginia-approved pathways, pass a VDOE background check, and be medically cleared, while the listed benefits and pay can help offset the responsibility. Review the qualification path that best matches your background before applying; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits are pulled from the original job description to save research time.
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