Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

Healthy Kids Programs • Newburgh, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for its New Windsor, New York program for the 2026–2027 school year. The position is located at 565 Union Avenue and is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour. The role involves supporting children’s learning and development through play and positive experiences while helping provide quality childcare. Lead Teachers may support transitions from toddler to preschool and preschool to kindergarten, maintain classroom records, and keep classroom assistants informed about program updates. They also provide leadership, guidance, training, and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers. The employer describes the position as a good fit for people seeking a school-day schedule and for those interested in hands-on experience, mentoring, and supporting student growth.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed 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 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 role’s physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to lead and motivate a team and be committed to providing quality childcare.
• Communicate effectively with families and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Support smooth transitions from toddler to preschool and preschool to kindergarten.
• Maintain accurate classroom records, including attendance and meal logs.
• Keep assistants informed about classroom and program updates.
• Provide training and guidance to assistants as needed.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Encourage children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play and positive experiences.
• Help create a caring, organized, and supportive classroom environment.

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 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