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School Age Childcare Assistant– Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs · New Milford, CT · Today
On-siteManagement$16.94/hrPart-time

About the Role

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School Age Childcare Assistant for our Before and After School Program for the 2026–2027 school year at Candlewood Elementary School in Brookfield, CT.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework assistance.
  • Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
  • Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and being prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program.
  • Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App.
  • Observing and following 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.

Qualifications

  • 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferably 1 year of experience working with kids under 13.
  • Medically cleared of any communicable diseases, including TB.
  • Warm, friendly, and upbeat demeanor.
  • Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt.
  • Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with the children.

Pay & Schedule

  • Pay: $16.94 per hour
  • Hours: 7:00 – 8:50 am and 3:20 – 5:00 pm
  • Status: Part-time, non-exempt

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.
  • 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?

At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work. 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

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