Pre-K Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Plainville, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Pre-K Childcare Assistant for its Before & After School Program at Edgewood Pre-K Academy in Bristol, Connecticut, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role pays $16.98 per hour and follows the school calendar. The schedule includes a morning program from 7:00 AM to 8:10 AM and an afternoon program from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM; opportunities may be available for either or both programs.

The assistant helps create a safe, healthy, and enjoyable environment for children, supports their learning through play and positive experiences, and serves as a positive role model. The position is suited to people who enjoy building relationships with children, encouraging their growth, and working with a team and families. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the employee’s working days and hours, with employer contributions covering the cost of care.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be medically cleared of communicable diseases, including TB.
• Be warm, friendly, upbeat, professional, reliable, and prompt, with exceptional people skills.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and keep up with the children.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably have one year of experience working with children under 13.
• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Bring energy, kindness, and patience; enjoy encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Be reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

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 maintaining attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program on the employee’s working days and hours.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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