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After School Program Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Millinocket, Maine, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

About Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids is one of the fastest-growing childcare providers offering early learning, before and after school, and summer camp programs with over 100 locations. This certified benefit corporation is committed to reinventing accessible and affordable childcare while creating a positive work environment for its team.

Position Details

Position: After School Program Assistant (Substitutes and Assistants)

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:15 - 5:00 pm

Pay Rate: $14.65 - $20.00 per hour

Location: Granite Street School, Millinocket, ME

Role Responsibilities

  • Facilitate hands-on activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and group activities.
  • Ensure a safe, healthy, and fun environment while serving as a positive role model.
  • Communicate daily with parents via the Playground App.
  • Observe state guidelines, program policies, and host school policies.
  • For certain positions, manage attendance, registration, and staffing functions.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience working with children under 13 is preferred but not required.
  • Medically fit to perform job duties and free of communicable diseases.
  • Possess warm, friendly, and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to bend, stretch, lift, and carry 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 & Growth Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employment

Healthy Kids Programs promotes diversity and inclusion and prohibits discrimination in all employment practices. Decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Key skills/competency

  • Childcare
  • Program Facilitation
  • Curriculum Delivery
  • Communication
  • Safety
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Flexibility
  • Physical Endurance
  • Customer Service

How to Get Hired at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Healthy Kids Programs: Understand their mission, values, and growth trajectory.
  • Customize Your Resume: Highlight childcare and program facilitation experience.
  • Prepare for Interviews: Focus on teamwork and activity facilitation skills.
  • Showcase Flexibility: Emphasize ability to manage dynamic schedules.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review state childcare guidelines.
Understand curriculum activity structuring.
Familiarize with classroom safety protocols.
Learn digital communication tools.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you solved a conflict.
Explain teamwork with challenging children.
Discuss handling unexpected schedule changes.
Share experience managing parent communications.