Childcare Staff – After School
About The Position
We are now hiring for multiple positions in our After School Program for the 2025–2026 school year at Fort Montgomery Elementary School in Fort Montgomery, NY. The After-School Program team is responsible for facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance. They provide a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children in the program. Team members report to the program ready to work at designated times and are prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program. They communicate daily with parents and family members via the Playground App and observe and follow 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.
Requirements
- 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB.
- Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat.
- Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt.
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with the children.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of experience working with kids under 13.
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.
- Accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing (for certain positions).
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
