Afterschool Care Counselor

Afterschool Care Counselor Holy Spirit School - 4.2 Louisville, KY Job Details Part-time From $15 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Behavior management Classroom active supervision Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Working with children Child safety supervision Working with students Child supervision After-school program experience Arts and crafts assistance Full Job Description After School Care Program Staff Holy Spirit School | Louisville, KY Make a Difference Every Afternoon Do you enjoy working with children? Are you someone who brings positive energy, enjoys staying active, and wants to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people? Holy Spirit School is seeking caring, dependable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our After School Care Program for the 2026-2027 school year. Our program serves children ages 2 years through 5th grade in a safe, structured, and Christ-centered environment where children can learn, play, complete homework, build friendships, and end each school day feeling known, valued, and loved. If you're looking for more than just a part-time job—and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference—we would love to meet you. Why You'll Love Working at Holy Spirit At Holy Spirit School, we believe our staff are the heart of our program. We work together to create a positive environment where children thrive and employees feel supported. As a member of our After School Care team, you'll enjoy: A supportive and collaborative leadership team A positive, faith-filled work environment Meaningful work that impacts children's lives every day An active job that keeps you engaged—not sitting behind a desk Opportunities to build relationships with students and coworkers School-day schedule with evenings, weekends, holidays, and school breaks off Schedule Part-Time School Days Only (August-May) Monday-Friday Typical afternoon hours (exact schedule discussed during interview) No weekends. What You'll Do Every afternoon is a little different, but your responsibilities may include: Greeting students after school and helping them transition into the program Supervising children in classrooms, the gym, cafeteria, and on the playground Assisting students with homework Leading games, crafts, STEM activities, and other enrichment opportunities Encouraging teamwork, kindness, and positive friendships Monitoring children's safety and well-being at all times Helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment Communicating professionally with coworkers and administration Reporting injuries, behavioral concerns, or emergencies promptly Following Holy Spirit School policies and Kentucky childcare licensing regulations Technology You'll Use Our staff use technology throughout the day to help keep children safe and families informed. Employees should be comfortable learning and using: iPads Student attendance and dismissal software Communication applications Walkie-talkies Other technology required for daily operations No advanced computer skills are required—we're happy to train the right candidate. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Truly enjoys working with children Is dependable and arrives on time Is patient, kind, and encouraging Maintains a positive attitude Works well with others Communicates professionally Takes initiative and stays engaged throughout the day Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Can redirect behavior using positive guidance techniques Models Christian values through words and actions

Qualifications Required:

At least 18 years old (or minimum age required by Kentucky childcare licensing) Ability to pass all required state, federal, and Archdiocese background checks Ability to actively supervise children ages 2 years through 5th grade Ability to lift up to 40 pounds when necessary Ability to stand, walk, bend, and participate in indoor and outdoor activities Willingness to complete required training and professional development

Preferred:

Experience working with children CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain) Professional Expectations At Holy Spirit School, professionalism is essential to providing children with the highest quality care.

Employees are expected to:

Remain actively engaged with children throughout their shift Keep personal cell phones put away except during emergencies or approved work-related use Refrain from texting, social media, personal phone calls, earbuds, or headphones while supervising children Maintain appropriate supervision of assigned students at all times Treat every child, parent, coworker, and school employee with dignity and respect Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families Follow directions from administration professionally Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment each day Work Environment This position requires active participation throughout the afternoon and includes work in: Classrooms Gymnasium Cafeteria Outdoor playgrounds School campus Employees should expect frequent walking, standing, bending, and participating in games and activities both indoors and outdoors. Our Mission At Holy Spirit School, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, encouraged, and cared for. We strive to create an after-school program where children can continue growing academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually in a loving Christian environment. Every member of our team plays an important role in making that happen. If you're dependable, compassionate, and excited to invest in the lives of children, we'd love to welcome you to our team. Apply today and become part of something meaningful.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person