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. The position is part-time, non-exempt, with a pay rate of $17.00 – $19.00 per hour, based on experience. A featured benefit is employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Healthy Kids Programs is a certified benefit corporation with a mission to make childcare accessible and affordable, operating over 150 locations and recognized as one of Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing organizations. We foster supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18
- 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
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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
