School-Age Childcare Staff – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Hopewell Junction, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring part-time School-Age Childcare Staff for its Before and After School Programs in the Wappingers Central School District for the 2026–2027 school year. Program locations include Brinckerhoff Elementary School in Fishkill, Myers Corner Elementary School and Sheafe Road Elementary School in Wappingers Falls, and Vassar Road Elementary School in Poughkeepsie, New York. The schedule follows the school calendar. Morning hours are 6:30 AM–9:00 AM, and afternoon hours are 3:00 PM–6:30 PM. Staff may work in the morning program, the afternoon program, or both. The role is part-time and non-exempt, paying $16.00–$17.00 per hour.

Staff facilitate activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, help provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment, and serve as positive role models. The program serves school-age children ages 5–12. Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in the program during the days and hours the employee works.

Healthy Kids Programs operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on accessible and affordable childcare and meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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.
• 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.

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 maintaining 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 with 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