School-Age Childcare Staff – After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for its After School Program at Taconic Elementary School in Manchester Center, Vermont, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time, non-exempt role follows the school calendar and runs from 2:40 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The pay rate is $16.00–$17.50 per hour. Staff facilitate engaging activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, help children complete homework, and provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment. The curriculum includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities. Staff follow state guidelines and program and host-school policies, and may assist with attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities. The position is suited to people who enjoy supporting children’s learning, curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play and positive experiences. Successful staff bring energy, kindness, patience, reliability, and strong communication and teamwork skills.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain 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
- One year of experience working with children under 13 is preferred.
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 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, allowing 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
