School-Age Childcare Lead – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Hamburg, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Lead for its Before and After School Program at Bethel Elementary School in Bethel, Pennsylvania, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time, non-exempt position follows the school calendar. Program hours are 7:00 AM–8:35 AM for the morning program and 3:20 PM–6:30 PM for the afternoon program; opportunities may be available for mornings, afternoons, or both.

The Lead facilitates activities for school-age children ages 5–12 using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, helps provide a safe, healthy, and engaging environment, and serves as a positive role model. Depending on the position, the Lead may also handle program management tasks such as 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 the employee works. The organization operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on accessible, affordable childcare and meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or human services; a bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in one of those fields plus one year of relevant experience; an associate’s degree in one of those fields plus two years of relevant experience; an associate’s degree with 30 credit hours in one of those fields plus three years of relevant experience; or Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials plus two years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience includes work with school-age children in after-school programs, summer camps, classrooms, or similar settings, including planning activities, supervising groups, and supporting social-emotional and academic growth.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• 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 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 for children and act as a positive role model.
• Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Depending on the position, maintain accurate attendance records, support registration, and perform staffing functions.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for enrolled school-age children ages 5–12 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, providing access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree