About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School Age Childcare Staff for our After School Program at our Woestina Elementary School location for the 2026–2027 school year. This role is ideal for individuals who love working with children and are seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day.
Responsibilities
- Ensure children are engaged, safe, and having fun.
- Maintain program quality reflecting Healthy Kids Program’s model.
- Ensure the site is fully staffed and teachers are prepared and supported.
- Operate in ratio at all times and maintain accurate records.
- Manage inventory of supplies and materials for teachers.
- Assist children in learning through play and positive experiences.
- Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Communicate effectively with families.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Preferably 1 year of experience working with children under 13.
- Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB.
- Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat.
- Possess exceptional people skills, be professional, reliable, and prompt.
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and keep up with children.
Skills
- Working with children
- Communication
- Organization
- Reliability
- Patience
- Kindness
- Energy
- Mentoring
Location
- Woestina Elementary School in Rotterdam Junction, NY
Work Type
- Part time
- Follows the school calendar
- Morning Program: 7:00 - 8:30 am
- Afternoon Program: 1:45 - 5:00 pm
- Opportunities available for morning, afternoon, or both programs
Experience Level
- 1 year of experience working with kids under 13 (preferred)
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $16.00 per hour
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for your school aged children (ages 5-12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
- AFLAC supplemental plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid sick time
- On-demand pay
- Career development and growth opportunities
About the Company
- Healthy Kids Programs is shaping the future of childcare and is one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations.
- We offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations.
- As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
- At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
- We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow.
- Join an award-winning team that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work.
- Learn more about working with us: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
Equal Opportunity
- Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer.
- We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
- Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
