Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

Healthy Kids Programs • Walden, NY

5d • 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 schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt position focused on supporting children’s learning through play and positive experiences, building their curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and providing quality childcare. The role also involves classroom recordkeeping, supporting transitions between age groups, and providing leadership and guidance to classroom staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.

The position may suit parents seeking a school-day schedule, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees interested in mentoring children. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children, ages 3–12, enrolled in its program during the employee’s work hours and days. The organization operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and is a certified Benefit Corporation. It states a commitment to making childcare accessible and affordable and to fostering 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 a 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 with 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 a 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 be committed to providing quality childcare.
• Bring kindness, patience, energy, organization, and reliability to the role.

Nice To Haves

• An interest in helping children learn through play and positive experiences.
• Enjoyment of building relationships and supporting student growth.
• Experience or interest in classroom management, mentoring children, or working with families.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning through play and positive experiences, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Support smooth transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten.
• Maintain accurate classroom records, including attendance and meal logs.
• Keep assistants informed about classroom and program updates, and provide training and guidance as needed.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Help team members grow and thrive in their roles.
• Work collaboratively with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Provide quality childcare and help lead and motivate a team.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 3–12 enrolled in the program during the employee’s workdays and work hours.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, allowing 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