Early Childhood Lead Teacher & Program Leader

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Inlet, NY

4d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking an Early Childhood Lead Teacher & Program Leader for its program at Town of Webb Union School in Old Forge, New York. The role leads a classroom serving children ages 10 months through 3 years, providing nurturing care and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. The position is part-time, non-exempt, and scheduled for approximately 25–30 hours per week within center hours of 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Administrative and leadership tasks are completed in limited blocks of time and do not replace the role’s primary classroom responsibilities.

The teacher plans learning activities, follows children’s routines and developmental needs, observes and assesses progress, and maintains a safe, clean, engaging environment. The role also includes communicating with families, participating in conferences and outreach, supporting program quality and regulatory compliance, and assisting with daily center operations, staff support, records, and supplies.

Eligible children of all ages served by Healthy Kids Programs may receive employer-paid childcare during the employee’s working days and hours. Healthy Kids Programs operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on accessible and affordable childcare and meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• One of the following education and experience combinations is required: Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood, child development, or a related field, plus 1 year of teaching and 1 year of supervisory experience; NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 1 year of teaching and 1 year of supervisory experience; associate’s degree in early childhood or a related field with a plan toward a bachelor’s degree or administrator credential, plus 2 years of teaching and 2 years of supervisory experience; or CDA or OCFS-recognized credential with a plan of study, plus 2 years of teaching and 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Must be medically cleared to work in a childcare setting and free of communicable diseases, including TB.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work collaboratively with staff and families.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and actively engage with children.
• Able to balance hands-on teaching and caregiving with leadership responsibilities.
• Committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for young children.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Teacher in a classroom for children ages 10 months–3 years and work directly with children throughout most of the day.
• Provide nurturing, responsive care and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Plan and implement activities supporting social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development.
• Follow individual children’s routines, interests, developmental needs, and emerging skills.
• Conduct ongoing observations and developmental assessments.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, clean, and engaging classroom environment.
• Promote positive adult-child interactions using CLASS strategies and other developmentally appropriate practices.
• Support daily routines, including meals, diapering/toileting, rest, and transitions.
• Build trusting relationships with children and families and communicate regularly about children’s experiences and development.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences twice per year.
• Assist with enrollment efforts, open houses, and community outreach activities.
• Use Creative Curriculum and other early childhood practices to support children’s development and learning.
• Participate in CLASS, ECERS/ITERS, and other program quality observations and improvement efforts.
• Participate in professional development and required training.
• Help maintain a high-quality program that meets applicable NYS OCFS requirements and ensure compliance with NYS OCFS Day Care regulations.
• Support daily center operations and scheduling.
• Maintain required child and program records.
• Support staff onboarding, training, and supervision.
• Coordinate classroom supplies and materials.
• Collaborate with HR, enrollment, and regional leadership teams.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for eligible children of all ages served by the programs during working hours.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay with access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree