Pre-K Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Wappinger, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a 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 part-time, non-exempt position follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 6:30 AM to 8:45 AM, and the afternoon program runs from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM; opportunities may be available for either or both programs. Pay is $16.00 per hour.

The assistant supports children through play, positive experiences, and structured activities, helping encourage their curiosity, creativity, confidence, and growth. The role is suited to people who enjoy building relationships with children, supporting student development, and working as part of a mission-driven team.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in education, teaching, classroom management, mentoring, or working with children is highlighted as suitable for the role, but is not stated as a required qualification.

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 coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 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