Before and After School Childcare Assistant
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Childcare Assistants for our Before and After School program for the 2025-2026 school year. JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt LOCATION: Vail Farm Elementary School in Lagrangeville, NY PAY: $15.50 per hour HOURS: 7:00 - 8:45 am and 3:00 - 6:00 pm JOB CONSISTS OF: Assist with hands-on activities following our Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering everything from fitness to STEAM, academic adventures, artsy creations, and more! Oh, and don't forget about helping out with homework. Create a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive. Be the ultimate role model they'll look up to every single day. Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App, because who doesn't love sharing those precious moments and updates? Make sure you're always in the know by following OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and our host school's rules like a pro!
Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under 13; candidates with both qualifications are preferred.
- Must be medically cleared and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis.
- Warm and approachable demeanor, strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with children, families, and staff, as well as a high level of professionalism, reliability, and punctuality is required
- Must be physically capable of bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds, and prepared to perform a variety of physical tasks necessary to support and engage with children in an active environment
Responsibilities
- Assist with hands-on activities following our Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering everything from fitness to STEAM, academic adventures, artsy creations, and more!
- Helping out with homework
- Create a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive.
- Be the ultimate role model they'll look up to every single day.
- Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App
- Following OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and our host school's rules
Benefits
- Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work.
- Telehealth Benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- AFLAC Supplemental Plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid Sick Time Off
- On-Demand Pay
- Career Development Growth Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
