After-School Assistant Counselor

Little Sprouts, LLC; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on tuition

Comprehensive health benefits

First Stop Health access

401(k) plan

Career advancement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Little Sprouts, LLC is seeking an After-School Assistant Counselor to support elementary students with supervision, activities, and homework help in our after-school program. The role emphasizes safety, inclusion, and collaboration with Site Leaders and families.

The position is part-time (18–20 hours/week) with afternoon hours aligned to the school calendar, offering growth opportunities and a supportive team environment in Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years.
• Experience with children in educational, recreational, camp, childcare, or youth development settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during after-school hours, indoors and outdoors.
• Support students in educational, recreational, and enrichment activities.
• Encourage positive behavior and model respectful interactions.
• Help create an inclusive environment for social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Assist with homework support and academic enrichment opportunities.
• Set up, facilitate, and clean up activities, games, crafts, and events.
• Support Site Leaders with daily schedules and plans.
• Attend to attendance tracking and sign-in/out procedures.
• Prepare materials and supplies as needed.
• Monitor safety and follow all policies and emergency protocols.
• Maintain staff-to-student ratios and assist with campus walkthroughs.
• Communicate concerns and achievements to supervisory staff.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Team collaboration

Reliability and punctuality

Experience with children in education/

CPR and First Aid

Job description

Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact?

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role.

As an After-School Assistant Counselor, you will contribute to a positive and enriching learning environment for elementary-aged children. In this role, you will lead engaging activities, ensure student safety and well-being, and foster meaningful partnerships with students, families, and staff to promote a strong sense of community.

Our work is guided by our educational approach, Sustainable Education®, which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. We’re in what we like to call the science of children. Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds grow— how they learn, connect, and build the skills that last a lifetime. We also lead our HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.

What you’ll do

Student Supervision and Engagement

• Assist in supervising children during after-school hours, including indoor and outdoor activities.
• Support students in participating in educational, recreational, and enrichment activities.
• Encourage positive behavior and model respectful interactions.
• Help create an inclusive environment that promotes social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Assist with homework support and academic enrichment opportunities.

Program Support

• Help set up, facilitate, and clean up activities, games, crafts, and special events.
• Support Site Leaders in implementing daily schedules and program plans.
• Assist with attendance tracking and student sign-in/sign-out procedures.
• Prepare materials and supplies needed for activities.

Safety and Compliance

• Monitor students to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Follow all program policies, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Immediately report incidents, injuries, concerns, or behavioral issues to the Site Leader.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios at all times.
• Greeting children at their drop off location and supervise a brief walk to the campus.

Communication and Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with Site Leaders and other program staff.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, and school personnel.
• Communicate student concerns, achievements, and behavioral observations to supervisory staff.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings as assigned.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Experience working with children in educational, recreational, camp, childcare, or youth development settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain certification).
• Knowledge of positive behavior management practices.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment

Schedule

• Part-time, approximately 18-20 hours per week.
• Typical hours are Monday through Friday during after-school program hours.
• Occasional attendance at staff meetings, training sessions, and special events may be required.

• Fast-paced, child-focused environment
• Indoor classroom and outdoor playground settings
• Afternoon hours aligned with the public school calendar

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
• Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day to engage with children and support staff.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds, including classroom materials, supplies, and occasional assistance with children’s belongings.
• Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities including light running, outdoor play supervision, and interactive learning experiences.
• Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Ability to supervise children on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas.
• Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations, including evacuations, drills, and urgent classroom needs.
• Ability to follow and model all safety procedures.

We Offer

• Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition while enrolled in a year-round program, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options. Up to a 10% discount on your child's tuition while enrolled in one of our after-school programs.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance, are also available.
• Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
• 401(k) plan with eligibility for a discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility to contribute starts after 60 days of employment).
• Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
• Employee referral program available.

Compliance Statement

This position requires strict adherence to all Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) licensing regulations for Group and School Age Child Care Programs (102 CMR 7.00), as well as company policies and procedures.

All employees must complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Salary Range & Description

$18 - $21 an hour

Salary Range: $18.00-$21.00 per hour for qualified candidates.

The compensation range represents Little Sprouts' intention for this position. Actual offers may vary based on experience, education, and other business factors.

We’reGrowing! Little Sprouts LLC is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Little Sprouts LLC provides award-winning early education and child care across 42 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Little Sprouts, LLC we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.

Legal Notice We are an equal opportunity employer and value a workplace where everyone feels welcome. Employment here is offered on anat‑willbasis, meaning either the employee or the company may end the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable state and federal laws.

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