School-Age Childcare Staff – Before School

Healthy Kids Programs • Beacon, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for its Before School Program at Brinckerhoff Elementary School in Fishkill, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The program operates from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. and follows the school calendar. This part-time, non-exempt position is suited to people who enjoy working with children, supporting learning through play and positive experiences, and encouraging children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Staff are expected to bring energy, kindness, patience, reliability, and professionalism, work well with teammates, and communicate effectively with families.

The role involves leading activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, maintaining a safe, healthy, and engaging environment, following applicable state and program policies, and supporting program operations. 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.

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 committed to making childcare accessible and affordable and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least 1 year of experience working with children under the age of 13.
• Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Bring energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• Enjoy encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring children may find the role especially well-suited to them.

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 eligible school-age children 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 to access 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: High school or GED