Jobs · OTHR · Connecticut

School-Age Childcare Staff – Before School

Healthy Kids Programs · Manchester, CT · 2 days ago
On-siteOTHR$16.94–$18.44/hrPart-time

About the role

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for our Before School Program at Stafford Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt position follows the school calendar and runs from 7:00 – 8:10 am.

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

Position 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 required
  • 1 year of experience working with kids under 13 preferred
  • Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations
  • Must demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability
  • Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day

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
  • 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. 5000’s fastest-growing organizations, we provide Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and our team members.

Learn more about our team and culture: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus

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