After School Program Staff @ HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
placeYonkers, New York, United States
attach_money$17 - $18
businessOn Site
Posted 15 days ago
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About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids is a fast-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs. With over 100 locations and a certified benefit corporation status, they reinvent accessible and affordable childcare while providing opportunities for staff to excel.
Position Overview
This role is for After School Program Staff for the 2025-2026 school year at multiple schools in Yonkers, NY. Positions include Substitutes, Assistants, Group Leaders, Supervisors, and Directors.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum covering fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and group activities.
- Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and serve as a positive role model.
- Communicate daily with parents via the Playground App.
- Observe state guidelines, program policies, and host school regulations.
- For some roles, manage attendance records, registration, and staffing.
Qualifications
- 18 years or older and holds a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience with children under 13 is a plus but not required.
- Medically fit and free from communicable diseases.
- Warm, friendly, upbeat with exceptional people skills.
- Physically capable of bending, stretching, lifting up to 50 lbs.
Part-Time Perks
- Telehealth Benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- AFLAC Supplemental Plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid Sick Time Off
- On-Demand Pay
- Career Development and Growth Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Healthy Kids Programs is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, and makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs without discrimination.
Key skills/competency
- Childcare
- After School
- Curriculum
- Safety
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Activity Facilitation
- Physical Stamina
- Flexibility
- Diversity
How to Get Hired at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Healthy Kids Programs: Understand their mission, growth, and culture.
- Customize your resume: Highlight childcare and activity facilitation skills.
- Emphasize relevant experience: Showcase experience with children and team roles.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice clear, concise answers about your approach.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review curriculum activity guidelines.
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Prepare for attendance tracking software.
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Familiarize with state childcare policies.
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Practice using communication apps.
Behavioral Questions
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Discuss teamwork in challenging situations.
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Show examples of proactive problem solving.
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Explain adapting to diverse children’s needs.
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Describe handling stressful situations calmly.
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