School-Age Childcare Lead – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Lititz, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time School-Age Childcare Lead 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 and follows the school calendar. The schedule may include the morning program from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, the afternoon program from 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM, or both. The position pays $16.00 per hour and is non-exempt.

The Lead facilitates curriculum-based activities, supports children's learning and development, helps maintain a safe and positive environment, and contributes to program operations. The role calls for someone energetic, kind, patient, reliable, organized, and able to work collaboratively and communicate with families. Employer-paid childcare is available for eligible school-age children enrolled in the program during the employee's working days and hours.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation with a mission to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess one of the following 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 1 year of relevant experience; an associate's degree in those fields plus 2 years of relevant experience; an associate's degree including 30 credit hours in those fields plus 3 years of relevant experience; or Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials plus 2 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, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Energy, kindness, and patience, and enjoyment of encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Reliability, organization, and commitment to providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities using 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.
• Follow state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include maintaining 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 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