Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Newburgh, NY

2d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for its program at 565 Union Avenue in New Windsor, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt role is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and pays $16.00–$18.00 per hour.

The Lead Teacher supports children’s learning through play and positive experiences, helps children build curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and contributes to a welcoming, well-organized classroom. The role includes supporting transitions between toddler, preschool, and kindergarten settings; maintaining classroom records; and keeping assistants informed of classroom and program updates. The Lead Teacher also provides guidance and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.

The position is suited to people who enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and working as part of a team. Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Bring energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• Enjoy encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Be reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Support smooth transitions from toddler to preschool and from 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.
• Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, confidence, and learning through play and positive experiences.
• Work collaboratively with teammates and communicate effectively with families.

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 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