Before and After School Childcare Assistant

About the position

Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. We are looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Childcare Assistants for the 2025-2026 school year for our Vail Farm Elementary School Program in Lagrangeville, NY.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities following our Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering everything from fitness to STEAM, academic adventures, artsy creations, and more.
• Create a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive.
• Be the ultimate role model for children.
• Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App.
• Follow OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school's rules.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under 13; candidates with both qualifications are preferred.
• Must be medically cleared and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis.
• Warm and approachable demeanor, strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with children, families, and staff.
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and punctuality is required.
• Must be physically capable of bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Telehealth Benefits: Access to virtual care.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage for vision health.
• Dental Insurance: Dental coverage for health.
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Additional care for our team.
• 401(k) for eligible employees: Retirement savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time Off: Health comes first.
• On-Demand Pay: Access to earned wages when needed.
• Career Development: Opportunities to enhance skills.
• Growth Opportunities: Potential for career advancement.