Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs · Lancaster, PA · 6 days ago

On-siteManagement$13.5–$14.5/hrPart-time

Description

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Childcare Assistants for their Before and After School Program at Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus in Columbia, PA for the 2026–2027 school year.

About the role

If you love working with children, leading engaging activities, and being part of a positive, supportive team, you’ll help shape a safe and fun environment where kids can grow and thrive.

Location

Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus in Columbia, PA

Status

Part-time, non-exempt

Pay

$13.50 - $14.50 per hour

Schedule

Morning Program: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Afternoon Program: 2:45 PM - 6:00 PM

Featured Benefit

Employer-Paid Childcare

Who Thrives In This Role

Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community

Position Responsibilities

Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.
Providing a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
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

Minimum Qualifications:

18 years of age or older
A High School Diploma or equivalent
2 or more years of experience working with children under 13
Pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks
Be medically fit to perform job duties which includes a clear TB
Warm, friendly, professional, and reliable
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.

Part-Time Benefits

Employer-paid childcare for school-age 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 Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As 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.

Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?

We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow.
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.
Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.