School-Age Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Audubon, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time School-Age Childcare Assistant for its Before and After School Program at Mark Newbie Elementary School in Collingswood, New Jersey, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m., and the afternoon program runs from 2:45 to 5:45 p.m. Opportunities may be available for mornings, afternoons, or both programs. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

The assistant helps deliver a safe, healthy, and engaging program for school-age children by facilitating activities and supporting children's learning and development. The position may also support program operations, including attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It is a certified Benefit Corporation whose mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Successfully pass all required state background checks.
• Be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds and actively engaging with energetic children.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when working with children, families, and colleagues.
• Have a consistent record of reliability and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma and/or one year of childcare experience; preferred but not required.
• An interest in working with children, encouraging learning through play, and supporting children's curiosity, creativity, confidence, and growth.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.

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 with access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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