HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS is hiring a Lead Teacher for our Before and After School Program for the 2025–2026 school year. You will be central to daily program operations, creating a safe, engaging, and positive experience for children, families, and staff.
What You'll Do
- Ensure staff and program operations meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
- Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
- Oversee daily operational tasks like accurate attendance tracking, registration, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
- Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.
What We're Looking For
- You are 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Medically cleared to work in a childcare setting; free of communicable diseases including TB.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Dependable, professional, and able to work collaboratively with staff and families.
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and actively engage with children.
Nice to Have
- 1 year of experience working with kids under 13.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification.
Technical Stack
- Playground App
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour.
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in the program on your work days and hours.
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
- AFLAC supplemental plans.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Paid sick time.
- On-demand pay.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located at Mercer Elementary School in Harrodsburg, KY.
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.
