Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

Healthy Kids Programs • Poughkeepsie, NY

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Lead Teachers to join our team in our Early Learning Center New Windsor location for the 2025–2026 school year. This is a part-time, non-exempt position located in Poughkeepsie, NY, with hours varying between 6:30 am - 6:30 pm, Monday - Friday. A featured benefit is employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours you work. The role involves ensuring program compliance with state regulations and Healthy Kids policies, planning and leading engaging activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, overseeing daily operational tasks, and maintaining clear communication with parents and caregivers. Team collaboration with direct reports is essential for ensuring high-quality care and a positive team environment. Additional functions may include supporting transitions, maintaining classroom records, and providing leadership and guidance to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential with one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience
• 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.

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.
• Support smooth transitions from toddler to preschool and preschool to kindergarten.
• Maintain accurate classroom records, including attendance and meal logs.
• Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers, helping them grow and thrive in their roles.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level