Student Health Support & Operations Assistant

Variety Child Learning Center; Levittown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

New York Paid Sick Leave

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) / 401(a) pension contributions

Disability insurance

Job summary

Variety Child Learning Center in Levittown, NY, is seeking a compassionate Student Health Support & Operations Assistant to safeguard student health and support daily school operations. You will coordinate transportation, front desk duties, and act as MAT-certified staff to assist in health-related activities.

The role combines health support, logistics, and front office responsibilities in a friendly, child-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, preferably in school or early childhood context.
• MAT Certification (or willingness to obtain) with First Aid and CPR.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student transportation and assist with safe arrival and dismissal procedures.
• Communicate with families, staff, and transportation providers regarding schedules and needs.
• Serve as MAT-certified staff to support medication administration and student health needs.
• Monitor student wellness and maintain health documentation.

Skills

Childcare experience

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Basic computer skills

Education

MAT Certification

First Aid & CPR certification

Tools

iPads

SmartBoards

Job description

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Salary: $20-$24 per hour

Make a Difference Every Day

Variety Child Learning Center (VCLC) is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dependable Student Health Support & Operations Assistant to help ensure the health, safety, and smooth daily operation of our school. This unique role combines student health support, transportation coordination, and front office responsibilities in a collaborative, child-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student transportation and assist with safe arrival and dismissal procedures.
• Communicate with families, staff, and transportation providers regarding schedule changes and transportation needs.
• Serve as a Medication Administration Trained (“MAT”-certified) staff member (or obtain certification) to support medication administration and student health needs in accordance with New York State regulations.
• Monitor student wellness, maintain health documentation, and respond appropriately to health-related situations.
• Provide professional front desk coverage during the aftercare program by greeting visitors, answering phones, and ensuring building security.
• Support daily school operations by assisting administrators, teachers, and staff as needed.
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for students, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, preferably in a school or early childhood setting.
• MAT Certification (or willingness to obtain), along with First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join VCLC?

At Variety Child Learning Center, every role contributes to helping young children reach their fullest potential. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration, professionalism, and compassionate service to children and families.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation, New York Paid Sick Leave, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 403(b), employer-funded 401(a) pension contribution, and disability insurance.

This job operates in a school environment. Activities usually take place in the classroom, gym, outside on a playground, or parking lot, or in special activity rooms. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computer, iPads, SmartBoards.

Physical Demands:

This role may be physically demanding. The employee is required to be non-sedentary. Must be able to stand, run, walk, sit, bend climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to an average pre-school-age child (35 pounds) and a school-age child (50 pounds).