Childcare Assistant - Summer Camp
About The Position
Are you energetic, passionate, and ready to make a difference? 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. Schedule: Summer: Monday–Friday, shifts between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM Potential to continue beyond summer with different hours Location: Stuart Elementary School in Stuart, VA Reports to: Summer Camp Director Status: Part-time, non-exempt Pay: $15.50–$17.00 per hour, based on experience Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Virginia-Approved Qualification Pathways (must meet ONE): Option 1: Meets one of the Virginia Program Director qualification pathways Option 2: Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field Option 3: Minimum 3 months programmatic experience plus one of the following: One-year early childhood certificate (=30 semester hours) Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent Certification from a recognized Montessori organization Option 4: 48 semester hours (or 72 quarter hours) from an accredited college/university with at least 12 semester hours (or 18 quarter hours) in child-related subjects and minimum 3 months programmatic experience Option 5 (Short-Term/Seasonal Programs): One season of programmatic experience totaling at least 200 hours (up to 24 hours may be formal training)
- Must be able to pass a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) background check.
- Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
- Demonstrates a warm, friendly, and positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism; dependable and punctual.
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs., and actively engage in all activities required to safely supervise and keep up with children.
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, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
