School-Age Childcare Staff – Before & After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for its Before and After School Programs at William B. Tecler Elementary School in Amsterdam, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt role follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m., and the afternoon program runs from 2:45 to 6:00 p.m.; opportunities may be available to work mornings, afternoons, or both. Staff facilitate activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, provide a safe and engaging environment, and support children's learning and well-being. The curriculum includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion. Staff work with teammates and communicate with families while following applicable state guidelines and program and host-school policies. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees' school-age children, ages 5–12, who are enrolled in the program, on the days and during the hours the employee works. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation offering Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under age 13.
- Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
- Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
- Ability to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.
- Organization and commitment to providing exceptional care.
Nice To Haves
- Enjoyment of working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
- Interest in encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Experience or interest in education, classroom management, mentoring children, or supporting student growth.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate hands-on activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, and support homework completion.
- Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children.
- Follow state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host-school policies.
- Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.
- Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and support their learning through play and positive experiences.
- Work effectively with teammates and communicate with families.
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for enrolled school-age children ages 5–12 during the employee's working days and hours.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
