Before-School Care Assistant (School-Age)

Healthy-Kids-Extended-Day-Program; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth, vision, and dental

AFLAC supplemental plans

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid sick time

On-demand pay

Career development and growth

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our Before School Program at Glenham Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year in Fishkill, NY. The role follows the school calendar and offers an employer-paid childcare benefit, with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour.

The position is part-time and non-exempt, focusing on engaging children ages 5–12 in activities that promote learning through play while providing a safe and supportive environment before the school day starts.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent, OR at least 1 year of experience working with children under 13.
• Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following our curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, art, and homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children.
• 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

1 year childcare experience

Positive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant for our Before School Program at Glenham Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year in Fishkill, NY. The role follows the school calendar and offers an employer-paid childcare benefit, with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour.

The position is part-time and non-exempt, focusing on engaging children ages 5–12 in activities that promote learning through play while providing a safe and supportive environment before the school day starts.