School-Age Childcare Staff – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Collingswood, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring part-time School-Age Childcare Staff for its Before and After School Program at Thomas Sharp Elementary School in Collingswood, New Jersey, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position follows the school calendar, with morning programming from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. and afternoon programming from 2:45 to 5:45 p.m. Opportunities may be available to work mornings, afternoons, or both. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour, and the role is non-exempt.

Staff facilitate curriculum-based activities and homework completion while providing children with a safe, healthy, and enjoyable environment. The role includes following state, program, and host-school policies and may involve operational tasks such as attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

The position is suited to people who enjoy working with children, encouraging their learning and development, and collaborating with teammates and families. Healthy Kids Programs offers employer-paid childcare during working hours for eligible school-age children enrolled in the program, along with other benefits and career development opportunities.

Requirements

• Successfully pass all required state background checks.
• Be able to meet physical demands, including bending, stretching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when working with children, families, and colleagues.
• Have a consistent record of reliability and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma and/or one year of childcare experience; preferred but not required.

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 during the days and hours the employee works.
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, allowing 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: High school or GED