School-Age Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • York, PA

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 Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus in Columbia, Pennsylvania, for the 2026–2027 school year. The program serves school-age children ages 5–12. The schedule follows the school calendar, with a morning program from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and an afternoon program from 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM. Opportunities may be available for either program or both. The position is part-time and non-exempt, with pay of $13.50–$14.50 per hour.

The assistant helps create a safe, healthy, and engaging environment, supports children’s growth, and serves as a positive role model. Activities follow the Healthy Kids Curriculum and include fitness, STEAM, academics, art, group activities, and homework completion. Depending on the position, duties may also include management tasks such as maintaining attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours they work, with employer contributions covering the cost of care. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on accessible, affordable childcare and meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have at least 2 years of experience working with children under 13.
• Pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks.
• Be medically fit to perform job duties, including having a clear TB.
• Be warm, friendly, professional, and reliable.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities based on 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 for children and act as a positive role model.
• Follow state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Depending on the position, perform management functions such as maintaining accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

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, vision, and dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay that provides 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