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School-Age Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs · Lancaster, PA · 2 days ago
On-siteManagement$13.5–$14.5/hrPart-time

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.

About the Role

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our Before and After School Program at Park Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. This position is part-time and non-exempt. Opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.

Key Success Characteristics

  • 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

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

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes 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

Qualifications

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

Pay

$13.50 - $14.50 per hour

Schedule

Follows the school calendar. Morning Program: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM. Afternoon Program: 3:05 PM - 6:05 PM. Opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.

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

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