School-Age Childcare Staff – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Granville, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring part-time School-Age Childcare Staff for its After School Program at Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, Vermont, for the 2026–2027 school year. The program follows the school calendar and runs from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The pay rate is $16.00–$17.50 per hour. This non-exempt role involves creating a safe, healthy, and fun environment for children and supporting their learning through play and positive experiences. The role may suit parents seeking a school-aligned schedule, education students or aspiring teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring children.

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 and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be medically cleared of communicable diseases, including TB.
• Be warm, friendly, and upbeat, with exceptional people skills.
• Be professional, reliable, and prompt.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and keep up with the children.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably have one year of experience working with children under 13.

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 coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing 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