School-Age Childcare Assistant – After School
Healthy Kids Programs · Newport, NH · 2 days ago
On-siteManagement$16/hrPart-time
About the role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for the After School Program at Croydon Village School in Croydon, NH for the 2026–2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt position follows the school calendar with afternoon hours from 2:15 pm to 5:30 pm.
This role is especially well-suited for:
- 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
Skills
- Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences
- Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day
- Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence
- Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families
- Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care
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 attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities
Requirements
- 18 years or older and 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 with exceptional people skills; professional, reliable, and prompt
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and keep up with the children
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
- AFLAC supplemental plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid sick time
- On-demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility
- Career development and growth opportunities
Pay
$16.00 per hour
Schedule
Part-time, non-exempt; follows the school calendar. Afternoon program runs 2:15 pm – 5:30 pm.