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About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Pre-K Teacher Assistant for our UPK Program at Chappaqua Central School District for the 2026–2027 school year. This role is ideal for parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day, education majors, or retirees who enjoy mentoring children.
Responsibilities
- Work under the direction of the Lead Teacher to support and carry out lesson plans, classroom activities, and daily routines.
- Assist with implementing learning activities and supporting smooth classroom transitions.
- Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
- Provide close supervision and support children with personal care routines, including toileting and handwashing.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and staff.
- Support the Lead Teacher in addressing and planning for individual student needs.
- Maintain consistent attendance to support classroom stability and UPK program requirements.
- Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Lead Teacher or supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate’s degree in education or related field preferred.
- Must successfully pass all required state background checks.
- Experience in childcare, early education, or classroom support preferred.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Creativity and adaptability when working with young children.
- Ability to remain active throughout the day in a hands-on classroom environment.
- Ability to lift and carry children when necessary.
- Ability to bend, kneel, reach, run, and sit on the floor as part of classroom activities.
- Ability to supervise children closely at all times.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Creativity
- Adaptability
Location
- Chappaqua Central School District
Work Type
- Part-time
- Follows the school calendar
Experience Level
- Experience in childcare, early education, or classroom support preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s degree in education or related field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
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
- Career development and growth opportunities
About the Company
- Healthy Kids Programs is shaping the future of childcare and is 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.