HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
Location
Patrick Springs, Virginia
Salary
$16 - $17 / HOUR
Facilitate hands-on activities including STEAM, fitness, and art while providing homework assistance to children ages 5-12. Maintain a safe, clean environment and communicate daily with parents via the Playground App.
Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires a VDOE background check, medical clearance, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Description We are hiring for Lead Teachers for our After School Program for the 2026-2027 school year at Woolwine Elementary School in Woolwine, VA
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.
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: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must be at least 18 years of age High school diploma or equivalent required
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 Career development and growth opportunities
https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
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, other support roles often see steady demand from schools, youth programs, and community organizations that need reliable, entry-level help. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates who are age-eligible, able to complete CPR and First Aid training, and comfortable with background and physical requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm you can meet the 35-pound lifting expectation before applying.
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