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About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for our program at Taconic Hills Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. This role is ideal for individuals who love working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences, bringing energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.
- Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
- Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
- Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.
Requirements
- Candidates must meet one of the following educational and experience criteria:
- 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.
- Medically cleared to perform all job duties.
- 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
- Early childhood education
- Child development
- Teaching experience
- Staff supervision
- Communication with families
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Classroom management
- Curriculum facilitation
- Homework support
- Positive role modeling
- Adherence to guidelines and policies
- Program operations support
- Leadership
- Motivation
Location
- Taconic Hills Elementary School in Craryville, 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 with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field
- Associate’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a Bachelor’s degree
- New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential
- Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential
Salary/Compensations
- $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in our program, available only on the days 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.