Pre-k Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Rotterdam Junction, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is looking for passionate, energetic, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as part-time Childcare Assistants for our Before and After School Pre-K Program for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a part-time, non-exempt position located at Woestina Elementary in Rotterdam Junction, NY, with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour. The working hours are from 7:00 - 8:30 am and 2:00 - 5:00 pm. A featured benefit is employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare 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

• 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

• Collaborating with the Lead Teacher to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children.
• Maintaining regular communication with parents and family members through the Playground App, ensuring transparency and engagement in their child's daily experiences.
• Cultivating positive adult-child interactions utilizing the CLASS method, fostering an environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Supporting the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the entire center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) 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