Pre-K Childcare Staff – Before & After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Pre-K Childcare Staff for its Before and After School Program at Uriah Hill School in Peekskill, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position is part-time and non-exempt, follows the school calendar, and pays $17.00–$19.00 per hour. Programs run from 7:00–8:30 a.m. and 2:15–6:00 p.m.; opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs. Staff facilitate hands-on activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, and support homework completion. They help create a safe, healthy, and fun environment, act as positive role models, follow state and program and school policies, and support program operations. The role may suit people seeking a school-calendar-aligned schedule, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy working with children. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in its program during the employee’s working days and hours. The company describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation and an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or at least 1 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
- Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
- Energy, kindness, and patience.
- Enjoy encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
- Reliability, organization, and commitment to providing exceptional care.
- Hands-on experience with children or classroom management may be relevant for education majors or future teachers.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, and support homework completion.
- Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children.
- 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 during the employee’s working days and hours.
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
- AFLAC supplemental plans.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Paid sick time.
- On-demand pay to access earned wages before the scheduled payday.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
