School Age Childcare Assistant – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Hartford, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring for a School Age Childcare Assistant for their After School Program for the 2026-2027 school year at Union School in Union, CT. This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a pay rate of $16.94 per hour. The working hours are from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The program provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours employees work, covering the cost of care. The After School Program team is responsible for facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as providing homework assistance. They must ensure a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for the children. Team members are expected to report to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves. Daily communication with parents and family members via the Playground App is required, along with observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies. Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Hold a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferably 1 year of experience working with kids under 13
• Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB
• Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat
• Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt
• Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with the children

Responsibilities

• Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance.
• Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program.
• Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App.
• Observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Performing management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing (for certain positions).

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and 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