About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a passionate and organized early childhood professional to join our team as an Early Learning Director / Lead Teacher for our Early Learning Program. This role combines leadership and teaching, guiding a high-quality early childhood program while supporting children’s development through engaging learning experiences. It's an opportunity to grow your career with one of the fastest-growing childcare organizations in the country.
Responsibilities
- Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
- Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
- Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
- Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience in an early childhood setting
- An Associate’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a Bachelor’s degree or a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience
- A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential with one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience
- A Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential, with a plan of study toward a Bachelor’s degree or a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience.
- Must be willing and able to pass NYS OCFS background check
- Medically cleared to perform all job duties
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented
- Able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Able to lead and motivate a team and have a commitment to providing quality childcare.
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Early childhood education
- Child development
Location
- Monticello, NY
Work Type
- Part-Time
Experience Level
- 1 year of full-time teaching experience
- 1 year of staff supervision experience
- 2 years of full-time teaching experience
- 2 years of staff supervision experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- Associate's degree
- New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
Salary/Compensations
- $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for children 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
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
About the Company
- Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider—we’re helping shape the future of childcare.
- We are one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing organizations, operating Early Learning, Before & After School, and Summer Camp programs in 150+ locations nationwide.
- As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make high-quality childcare accessible, affordable, and impactful for families and communities.
- At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
- We foster supportive environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.
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.
