Before & After School Care Assistant (Part-Time)

Healthy Kids Programs; Fredon Township (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid sick time

On-demand pay

Career development and growth机会

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our Before and After School Programs at Marian E. McKeown Elementary School in Newton, NJ for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt role follows the school calendar with morning and/or afternoon shifts.

You will lead activities, ensure a safe environment, support homework, and model positive behavior while engaging with energetic children. Employer-paid childcare and other benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Candidates must successfully pass all required state background checks.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including bending, stretching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children.
• Positive, professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills; reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities per Healthy Kids Curriculum including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and homework.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and model positive behavior for children.
• Observe 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our Before and After School Programs at Marian E. McKeown Elementary School in Newton, NJ for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt role follows the school calendar with morning and/or afternoon shifts.

You will lead activities, ensure a safe environment, support homework, and model positive behavior while engaging with energetic children. Employer-paid childcare and other benefits are offered.