School-Age Childcare Lead – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • York, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Lead for its Before and After School Program at Park Elementary School in Columbia, Pennsylvania, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time, non-exempt role follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, and the afternoon program runs from 3:05 PM to 6:05 PM. Opportunities may be available for the morning program, afternoon program, or both. Pay is $16.00 per hour.

The Lead helps create a safe, healthy, and engaging environment for school-age children. The role includes facilitating activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum and supporting children's learning, development, and well-being. Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours the employee works.

The position may suit parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education students seeking hands-on experience, and retirees interested in mentoring children. Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a mission-driven, certified Benefit Corporation offering programs at more than 150 locations.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Meet one of the stated education and experience combinations: a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or human services; a bachelor’s degree including 30 credit hours in those fields plus one year of relevant experience; an associate’s degree in those fields plus two years of relevant experience; an associate’s degree including 30 credit hours in those fields plus three years of relevant experience; or Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials plus two years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience includes working 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.
• 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 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, 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