Program Trainer (Quality & Training Specialist)

Reports To: Regional Director / Executive Director (in absence)

Location: Birmingham, AL

Schedule: Follows Birmingham City School Calendar

Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $20–$25 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

*Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs offers a childcare benefit for eligible employees to support work-life balance. This benefit is available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you are working with us.

Position Overview

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking an experienced and motivated Program Trainer to support program quality across Birmingham City School sites. This leadership-focused role is responsible for coaching staff, strengthening instructional practices, ensuring licensing compliance, and improving overall site performance.

The ideal candidate is confident in providing feedback, skilled in classroom management strategies, and passionate about supporting youth development professionals. This role requires travel between assigned school sites and consistent collaboration with Site Directors and leadership.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Quality & Compliance

Conduct regular site visits to evaluate program quality, safety, and licensing compliance

Monitor adherence to state regulations and Healthy Kids program standards

Provide written observation reports with clear action steps

Support continuous improvement plans and follow-up coaching

Staff Coaching & Professional Development

Provide hands-on coaching to Site Directors and staff

Train staff in classroom management, behavior management, and active supervision

Support student engagement strategies and positive youth development practices

Facilitate professional development sessions and skill-building workshops

Model effective instructional and operational practices

Operational Support

Guide staff in incident reporting procedures and documentation standards

Support parent communication best practices

Assist with new site openings and leadership transitions

Partner with the Executive Director to identify trends and implement improvements

Curriculum Implementation

Support implementation of Healthy Kids curriculum and enrichment activities

Ensure programming aligns with educational standards and program goals

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

Minimum age of 19

High school diploma or GED

Current First Aid/CPR certification

Ability to obtain annual State of Alabama required trainings

Experience in training, coaching, or supervising staff in an educational or youth development setting

Experience using a registration and attendance management system comparable to Playground Software

Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams

Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Experience overseeing multiple sites or programs

Background in behavior management and youth development programs

Additional Requirements

High-energy, team-oriented, and professional demeanor

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to provide constructive feedback

Willingness to travel between all Birmingham City School sites

Pass background check, fingerprinting, TB test, and state-required screenings

Medically fit to perform job duties

Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?

This role offers the opportunity to influence program quality across multiple school communities while maintaining a part-time schedule aligned with the school calendar. You will play a key leadership role in strengthening staff performance and enhancing the daily experience of children and families we serve.

Part-Time Benefits

Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, available only on the days 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

About Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider — we are 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.

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.