School-Age Childcare Lead – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • North Cornwall Township, PA

7d • 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 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 for morning, afternoon, or both programs. The role is part-time and non-exempt, with pay of $16.00 per hour.

The Lead facilitates activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, helps provide a safe and engaging environment, and serves as a positive role model for children. Depending on the position, the role may also include management functions such as maintaining attendance records, registration, and staffing.

The employer offers childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours the employee works. Healthy Kids Programs operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess one of the following: 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.

Nice To Haves

• The role may be especially well-suited to parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring children and community involvement.

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.
• Act as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Observe 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 enrolled school-age children ages 5–12 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree