Childcare Assistant - Summer Camp

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Arlington, VT

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking Childcare Assistants for our Summer Camp to guide campers through a summer filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable adventures. This is your chance to lead, inspire, and create lifelong memories for children while being part of a supportive, award-winning team. The position is part-time, non-exempt, with pay ranging from $17.00 – $19.00 per hour, based on experience. The schedule includes pre-summer hours (up to 3 hours per week, increasing to up to 6 hours per week beginning mid-June) and summer hours Monday–Friday, with shifts between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. There is potential to continue beyond summer with different hours. The location is Dorset Elementary School in Dorset, VT.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 and hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment that engages and supports children, families, and staff
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including experience interacting with families and supporting parent engagement
• Ability to support community outreach initiatives to promote programs and engage prospective families
• Maintains professionalism, reliability, and punctuality, while modeling enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children

Nice To Haves

• Prior Vermont Background Clearance and Training preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Support site director with daily camp activities, games, hands-on projects, and special events, including arts & crafts and themed activities
• Create a positive, inclusive environment where campers feel supported, encouraged, and engaged
• Ensure camper safety and follow all state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and host school policies
• Communicate daily with families using the Playground App and provide support during parent orientations
• Support community outreach to promote the program and engage prospective families
• Lead by example with enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude

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
• On-demand pay
• Career development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees