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School-Age Childcare Assistant – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs · Merchantville, NJ · Yesterday
On-siteManagement$16/hrPart-time

About the role

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our Before and After School Program at Mark Newbie Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year.

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 acting 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

  • High School Diploma and/or 1 year of childcare experience preferred but not required
  • Candidates 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

Benefits

  • Employer-paid childcare for children (ages 3–12) 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

Schedule

Follows the school calendar

  • Morning Program: 7:00 - 8:30 am
  • Afternoon Program: 2:45 - 5:45 pm

Opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.

Pay

$16.00 per hour

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