Childcare Assistant – Before & After School
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Job overview
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Childcare Assistant – Before & After School. Healthy Kids Programs seeks a Part‑time Childcare Assistant to support before‑and‑after‑school programs at Penn‑Bernville Elementary School, facilitating activities, ensuring safety, and engaging with children ages 5‑12 while collaborating with families and staff.
Key focus areas include Facilitate hands‑on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and homework completion, Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment while acting as a positive role model for children, and Observe state, program, and school policies and guidelines.
Important skills include Working With Children, Energy, Kindness, Patience, Encouraging Children's Curiosity, and Encouraging Children's Creativity. Preferred (not required): Building Relationships and Supporting Student Growth.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Childcare Assistant – Before & After School
Newmanstown, PA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=24+Shartlesville+Road+Newmanstown+PA+USA+17073)
Job Type
Part-time
Description
LOCATION:Penn-Bernville Elementary School in Bernville, PA
PAY:$13.50 - $14.50 per hour
SCHEDULE: Follows the school calendar
Morning Program: 7:00 AM - 8:35 AM
Afternoon Program: 3:20 PM-6:30 PM
Opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.
JOB STATUS:Part-time, non-exempt
Do you love working with kids?
Healthy Kids Programs is hiringChildcare Assistantsfor our Before and After School Program atPenn-Bernville Elementary Schoolfor the 2026–2027 school year.
Key Success Characteristics:
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Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences
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Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day
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Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence
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Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families
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Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care
Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care.
Who Thrives in This Role
This position is especially well-suited for:
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Parentsseeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
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Education majors or future teacherslooking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
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Retireeswho enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community
If you enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and being part of a mission-driven team, you’ll feel right at home.
Position Responsibilities
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Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.
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Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
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Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
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Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
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18 years of age or older
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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2 or more years of experience working with children under 13
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Must pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks
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Must be medically fit to perform job duties which includes a clear TB.
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Warm, friendly, professional, and reliable
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Part-Time Benefits
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Employer-paid childcarefor school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
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Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
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AFLAC supplemental plans
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401(k) for eligible employees
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Paid sick time
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On-demand pay
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Career development and growth opportunities
About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?
At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work. If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference, Healthy Kids Programs is the place to build your career.
Learn more about working with us:https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Salary Description
$13.50 - $14.50 per hour
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