After-School Childcare Assistant – Chappaqua, NY | Part-Time Afternoons

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of North Castle, NY

2d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring part-time After-School Childcare Assistants at Roaring Brook, Grafflin, and Westorchard Elementary Schools in Chappaqua, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The programs provide elementary school-aged children with a safe, fun, and engaging environment after the school day. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:50 PM to 6:00 PM, following the school calendar; flexible weekday availability may be considered, with Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday availability especially needed. The role is suited to people who enjoy working with children and supporting their learning, play, and development.

Assistants lead and participate in activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, arts and crafts, academic enrichment, and group games. They help create a welcoming environment, encourage teamwork and social development, serve as positive role models, follow applicable regulations and program and school policies, and support daily operations such as attendance.

The position is part-time and non-exempt, with pay of $17.00–$17.50 per hour. Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under age 13. Required health clearance includes TB screening in accordance with state regulations. Candidates must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, be dependable and professional, and be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while engaging with children.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under age 13.
• Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, professional, and committed to providing quality care.
• Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play.
• Bring energy, patience, kindness, and creativity.
• Enjoy leading games, crafts, outdoor activities, and group projects.
• Work well with others and communicate effectively with families.
• Reliable, responsible, and excited to make a positive impact.
• College students and education majors seeking hands-on experience, retired teachers and teaching assistants, parents seeking a school-calendar schedule, and others passionate about working with elementary school-aged children may find the opportunity especially suitable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in hands-on activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, arts and crafts, academic enrichment, and group games.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for children.
• Encourage teamwork, creativity, confidence, and social development.
• Serve as a positive role model while supporting children's individual needs.
• Follow New York State regulations, Healthy Kids Programs policies, and host school guidelines.
• Assist with daily program operations, including attendance and other assigned responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for the employee's school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in the program, on the days and during the hours the employee works.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay with access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED