Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Montgomery, NY

5d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for its program at 565 Union Avenue in New Windsor, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position pays $16.00–$18.00 per hour and is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Lead Teacher helps children learn through play and positive experiences, encourages their curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and works with teammates and families to provide exceptional care. The role includes supporting transitions from toddler to preschool and preschool to kindergarten; maintaining classroom records such as attendance and meal logs; keeping assistants informed about classroom and program updates; and providing training, leadership, and guidance to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.

Healthy Kids Programs operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: 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 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 plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience; or a Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential with a plan of study toward a bachelor’s degree or New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience.
• Be medically cleared to perform all job duties.
• Be friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented.
• Be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to lead and motivate a team and demonstrate commitment to quality childcare.

Responsibilities

• Support smooth transitions from toddler to preschool and preschool to kindergarten.
• Maintain accurate classroom records, including attendance and meal logs.
• Keep assistants informed of classroom and program updates, and provide training and guidance as needed.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Help children learn through play and positive experiences and encourage their curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Communicate and work effectively with teammates and families.
• Lead and motivate a team and contribute to providing quality childcare.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 3–12 enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours worked
• Telehealth coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• On-demand pay to access 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