Before & After School Care Assistant (Ages 5-12)

Healthy Kids Programs; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth

Vision & dental

401(k)

Paid sick time

On-demand pay

Career development

Job summary

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

The role follows the school calendar and offers morning and/or afternoon shifts, with programs from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM. This part-time, non-exempt position emphasizes safety, engagement, and positive guidance for children ages 5–12.

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.
• Warm, friendly, professional, and reliable
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.

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

Background checks

TB clearance

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Experience with children

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

The role follows the school calendar and offers morning and/or afternoon shifts, with programs from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM. This part-time, non-exempt position emphasizes safety, engagement, and positive guidance for children ages 5–12.