School-Age Childcare Assistant – Before & After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for its Before and After School Program at Penn-Bernville Elementary School in Bernville, Pennsylvania, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time position follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00 AM to 8:35 AM, and the afternoon program runs from 3:20 PM to 6:30 PM. Opportunities may be available to work mornings, afternoons, or both. The assistant helps provide a safe, healthy, and engaging environment for school-age children. The role includes facilitating curriculum-based activities, supporting homework completion, serving as a positive role model, following applicable guidelines and policies, and assisting with program operations. The position may suit people seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education students seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy working with children. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for enrolled school-age children ages 5–12 during the days and hours an employee works, with employer contributions covering the cost of care. Other part-time benefits include telehealth, vision and dental coverage, AFLAC supplemental plans, a 401(k) for eligible employees, paid sick time, on-demand pay, and career development opportunities.
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 test.
- 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 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 is working.
- Telehealth coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- AFLAC supplemental plans.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Paid sick time.
- On-demand pay, allowing access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
