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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.