School Age Childcare Lead Teacher – Before & After School
LOCATION: Pittsburgh Minadeo Elementary School in Pittsburgh, PA
Pay
$16.00 per hour
Schedule
Follows the school calendar
- Morning Program: 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM
- Afternoon Program: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.
About the role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School Age Childcare Lead Teacher for our Before and After School Program at Pittsburgh Minadeo Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year.
This position is especially well-suited for:
- Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
- Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
- Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community
If you enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and being part of a mission-driven team, you’ll feel right at home.
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.
Requirements
Candidate Must Possess One Of The Following:
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field
- Bachelor’s degree including 30 credit hours in the above fields plus 1 year of relevant experience
- Associate’s degree in the above fields plus 2 years of relevant experience
- Associate’s degree including 30 credit hours in the above fields plus 3 years of relevant experience
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials plus 2 years of relevant experience
Relevant experience includes: working with school-age children in after-school programs, summer camps, classrooms, or similar settings, including planning activities, supervising groups, and supporting social-emotional and academic growth.
Qualifications
- 18 years of age
- Must pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks
- Must be medically fit to perform job duties which includes a clear TB test
- Warm, friendly, professional, and reliable
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for your school aged 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. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work.