School-Age Childcare Staff – After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for its After School Program at Akron Elementary School in Akron, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time role follows the school calendar, with afternoon hours from 2:15 to 6:00 p.m., and pays $16.00–$17.00 per hour. Staff facilitate activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, and support homework completion. They provide a safe, healthy, and engaging environment, act as positive role models, follow state and program and host-school policies, and may support operational tasks such as attendance records, registration, and staffing. Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It operates 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 the age of 13.
- Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
- Demonstrated positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.
Nice To Haves
- Enjoys working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
- Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
- Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families.
- Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.
- May be especially well-suited to parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring children and community involvement.
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
Education Level
High school or GED
