Pre-K Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of East Fishkill, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time, non-exempt Pre-K Childcare Assistant for its Before and After School Program at Beekman Elementary School in Poughquag, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The schedule follows the school calendar, with a morning program from 6:30 AM to 9:15 AM and an afternoon program from 2:15 PM to 6:30 PM. Opportunities may be available for either program or both. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

The assistant facilitates activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, helps provide a safe, healthy, and engaging environment, and serves as a positive role model. The role is suited to people who enjoy working with children, supporting their learning through play, and collaborating with teammates and families.

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children, ages 5–12, enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours the employee works. The company operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and identifies as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under age 13.
• Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoys working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families.
• Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.
• Experience particularly suited to education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience with children and classroom management, parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, or retirees who enjoy mentoring children and contributing to the community.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Follow state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours the employee works.
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED