Childcare Assistant – Before & After School
Position Overview
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Childcare Assistants for their Before and After School Program in Cape May, NJ. The position is part-time and non-exempt.
Location and Schedule
Location: Cape May City Elementary School in Cape May, NJ
Schedule: Split shift, Morning Program hours vary between 7:00 - 8:45 am
Afternoon Program hours vary between 2:30 - 5:45 pm
Benefits
Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Who Thrives in This Role
- Potential parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
- Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience
- Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community
Position Responsibilities
The Before and After School Program team is responsible for:
- Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum
- Providing a safe, healthy, and fun environment
- Absolutely observing state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies
- Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing
Requirements and Qualifications
- High School Diploma and/or 1 year of childcare experience preferred but not required
- Must successfully pass all required state background checks
- Requires the ability to meet physical demands, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children
- The ideal candidate demonstrates a positive, professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when working with children, families, and colleagues, along with a consistent record of reliability and punctuality
About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is a childcare provider that offers Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, their mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today's families while positively impacting the communities they serve.
About Us
If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference, Healthy Kids Programs is the place to build your career. Learn more about working with us: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.