About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is seeking an energetic and passionate Lead Teacher for their Before and After School Pre-k Program for the 2026-2027 school year.
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
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field.
- Child Development Associate Credential or another Office-recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period (with 1 year of experience).
- 9 Credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field with a plan of study leading to Associates or other Office recognized credential (with 2 years of experience).
- Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
- Demonstrates a positive, friendly demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members.
- Dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance.
- Able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and meet the physical demands of working with children.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
Location
- Peekskill, NY
Work Type
- Part time
Experience Level
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
Education Level
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field
- Child Development Associate Credential
- 9 Credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field
Salary/Compensations
- $17.00 per hour
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) 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
- Career development and growth opportunities
About the Company
- Healthy Kids Programs is shaping the future of childcare and is one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations.
- We offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations.
- As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
- At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
- We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow.
- Join an award-winning team that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work.
- Learn more about working with us: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
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.
