Childcare Assistant Teacher – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Petersham, MA

4d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring for Assistant Teachers for our Before & After School Program for the 2026-2027 school year. Assistant Teachers supervise and support children in a safe, structured environment. They promote positive interactions, support youth development, and maintain a safe and healthy setting.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree and at least three months of experience working with school-age children.
• A high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of experience working with school-age children, including at least three months of supervised experience in a school-age childcare program.
• At least nine months of experience working with school-age children, including at least three months of supervised experience in a school-age childcare program.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance.
• Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program.
• Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App.
• Observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• Career development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

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