Before & After School Programs Specialist

Healthy Kids Programs; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth

Dental coverage

AFLAC plans

401(k)

Paid sick time

Career development

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for our Before and After School Programs in Connecticut for the 2026–2027 school year. The role follows the school calendar with morning and/or afternoon programs and pays $16.98–$18.44 per hour.

The position is part-time, non-exempt, and offers employer-paid childcare for children in the program, along with benefits such as telehealth, dental coverage, AFLAC plans, a 401(k), paid sick time, and opportunities for career growth.

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 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.

Skills

Patience

Communication with families

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for our Before and After School Programs in Connecticut for the 2026–2027 school year. The role follows the school calendar with morning and/or afternoon programs and pays $16.98–$18.44 per hour.

The position is part-time, non-exempt, and offers employer-paid childcare for children in the program, along with benefits such as telehealth, dental coverage, AFLAC plans, a 401(k), paid sick time, and opportunities for career growth.