Before and After School Childcare Staff at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Preston, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

16.35

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Childcare, Communication, Teamwork, Creativity, Safety Awareness, Curriculum Implementation, Homework Assistance, Role Modeling, Parent Engagement, Reliability, Professionalism, Physical Fitness, Adaptability, Positive Attitude, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving

Industry

Child Day Care Services

Description

Description WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus. We are hiring for our Before and/or After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year at Preston Veteran's Memorial School in Preston, CT. LOCATION: Preston, CT JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Substitutes, Assistants, Supervisors, Directors PAY: $16.35 per hour (based on role, qualifications, and experience) plus our new employer paid childcare benefit The Before and After School Program team is responsible for: Facilitate hands-on activities following our Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering everything from fitness to STEAM, academic adventures, artsy creations, and more! Oh, and don't forget about helping out with homework. Create a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive. Be the ultimate role model they'll look up to every single day. Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App, because who doesn't love sharing those precious moments and updates? Make sure you're always in the know by following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and our host school's rules like a pro! Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing. Requirements MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS: You're 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. While having 1 year of experience working with kiddos under 13 is awesome, it's not a must-have. We believe in potential and passion! You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB. You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt. You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with energetic kiddos! PART-TIME PERKS: EMPLOYER-PAID SCHOOL AGE CHILDCARE (AGES 5–13) We fully cover the cost of childcare inside a Healthy Kids program during your work hours! Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care Vision Insurance: Keep your vision clear—because we want you to see your future with us! Dental Insurance: Smile bright with dental coverage that keeps you healthy from the inside out. AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team. 401(k) for eligible employees: Yep, we're serious about your future too! Paid Sick Time Off: Because your health should always come first. Career Development: Level up your skills and expertise on us! Growth Opportunities: We’re growing and we need people to grow with us! Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

Responsibilities

The Before and After School Program team is responsible for facilitating hands-on activities and creating a safe, fun environment for children. They also engage with parents through the Playground App and ensure compliance with state guidelines and program policies.