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Pre-K Teacher Assistant (UPK) at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Pre-K Teacher Assistant (UPK)

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS · NY, US

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Pre-K Teacher Assistant (UPK)

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS · NY, US

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About the Role

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a Pre-K Teacher Assistant to help implement lesson plans and support daily classroom activities for four-year-olds in a structured, nurturing Pre-K environment. This role is crucial for building children's skills and confidence for future school success.

Responsibilities

  • Support and carry out lesson plans, classroom activities, and daily routines under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
  • 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.
  • Teacher Assistant Certification required.
  • 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

  • Early childhood education
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Classroom management
  • Child development
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Creativity
  • Adaptability

Location

  • 565 Union Avenue in New Windsor, NY

Work Type

  • Part-Time

Experience Level

  • Entry Level

Education Level

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Teacher Assistant Certification
  • Associate's degree in education or related field preferred

Salary/Compensations

  • $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits

  • Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 4–12) 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, providing Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at over 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.