--- title: School Age Childcare Assistant Before & After School description: Healthy Kids Programs is hiring for the School Age Childcare Assistant Before & After School role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/school-age-childcare-assistant-before-and-after-school-at-healthy-kids-programs-01a0b3c9-2dcd-752b-ab65-2e34a5603e50 date: 2026-09-28T05:18:32Z og_description: Join Healthy Kids Programs as School Age Childcare Assistant Before & After School in Columbia, PA. Pays $13.5–$14.5 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/o03dj7.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Healthy Kids Programs | | **Location** | Columbia, PA | | **Salary** | $13.5/hr - $14.5/hr | | **Type** | Part Time | | **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 | ## Description **LOCATION:** ***Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus in Columbia, PA*** **PAY:** $13.50 - $14.50 per hour **SCHEDULE**: Follows the school calendar Morning Program: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Afternoon Program: 2:45 PM - 6:00 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 a **School-Age Childcare Assistant** for our Before and After School Program at **Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus** for the 2026–2027 school year. **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** The Before and After School Program team is responsible for: - Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion. - Providing a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program. - Observing state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies. - Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing. **Minimum Qualifications** - 18 years of age or older - High School Diploma or equivalent - 2 or more years of experience working with children under 13 - Must pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks - Must be medically fit to perform job duties which includes a clear TB. - Warm, friendly, professional, and reliable - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs. **PART-TIME BENEFITS:** - **Employer-paid childcare** for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us - Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage - AFLAC supplemental plans - 401(k) for eligible employees - Paid sick time - On-demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility - 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. 5000's fastest-growing organizations, we provide Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and our team members. **Learn more about our team and culture:** *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.* ## Skills - Interpersonal Skills - Fingerprinting - Acting - Mentoring - Reference Checking - Working with Children Check - Communication - Classroom Management ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/school-age-childcare-assistant-before-and-after-school-at-healthy-kids-programs-01a0b3c9-2dcd-752b-ab65-2e34a5603e50?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)