Pre-K Childcare Assistant – Before & After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time School-Age Childcare Assistant for its Before and After School Program at Arthur S. May School in Poughkeepsie, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position follows the school calendar and pays $16.00 per hour. Opportunities may be available for the morning program (6:30 AM–8:45 AM), the afternoon program (2:00 PM–6:30 PM), or both. The Childcare Assistant helps provide a safe, healthy, and engaging environment for children. The role includes facilitating activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, supporting homework completion, serving as a positive role model, following applicable state and program policies, and assisting with program operations. Healthy Kids Programs operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while creating opportunities for children, families, and team members.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under the age of 13.
- Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
- Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.
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.
- Observe 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, with access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
- 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
