After-School Care Assistant: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs; Litchfield (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer childcare

Telehealth/vision/dental

AFLAC plans

401(k)

Paid sick time

Career growth

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our After School Program at Cornwall Consolidated School in West Cornwall, CT. This part-time, non-exempt position runs 3:00 PM–5:30 PM on school days during the 2026–2027 year, focusing on safe, engaging activities for children aged 5–12.

You’ll facilitate hands-on activities, supervise play, and support teachers and families. Employer-paid childcare is a key benefit, with opportunities for growth and flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Childcare

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Creativity

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our After School Program at Cornwall Consolidated School in West Cornwall, CT. This part-time, non-exempt position runs 3:00 PM–5:30 PM on school days during the 2026–2027 year, focusing on safe, engaging activities for children aged 5–12.

You’ll facilitate hands-on activities, supervise play, and support teachers and families. Employer-paid childcare is a key benefit, with opportunities for growth and flexible scheduling