School-Age Childcare Staff – After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for its after-school program at Lee F. Jackson Elementary School in White Plains, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time, non-exempt position follows the school calendar. The afternoon program runs from 3:25 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $17.00–$18.00 per hour. The role is suited to people who enjoy working with children and supporting their learning through play and positive experiences. Successful staff bring energy, kindness, patience, reliability, and organization; encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence; and work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families. The position involves helping provide a safe, engaging, and well-managed program and supporting children's growth. 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 focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.
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.
- Physical ability to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.
Responsibilities
- Support children's learning through play and positive experiences.
- Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Work collaboratively with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
- Help ensure children are engaged, safe, and having fun, and that the program follows Healthy Kids Programs' model.
- Support staffing readiness by being prepared and showing up reliably for children.
- Help maintain required staff-to-child ratios, accurate and current records, and readiness for inspections.
- Help keep the site stocked with supplies and materials and restock before items run out.
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.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
