School-Age Childcare Staff – Before & After School
Program Opportunities:
- Burr Elementary School in Fairfield, CT
- Candlewood Lake Elementary School in Brookfield, CT
- Cornwall Consolidated School in West Cornwall, CT
- Edgewood School in Bristol, CT
- Fields Memorial School in Bozrah, CT
- Franklin Elementary School in North Franklin, CT
- Horace W. Porter School in Columbia, CT
- Preston Veterans Memorial School in Preston, CT
- Stafford Elementary School in Stafford Springs, CT
- Union School in Union, CT
PAY: $16.98 - $18.44 per hour
Schedule: Follows the school calendar
Morning Program: 7:00 AM - 8:50 AM
Afternoon Program: 3:00 PM - 5:30 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 hiring School-Age Childcare Staff for our Before and After School Programs in Connecticut for the 2026–2027 school year.
Key Success Characteristics:
- Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences
- Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day
- Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence
- Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families
- 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:
- Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
- Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
- Retirees who 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
- Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.
- Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting 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.