Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

Healthy Kids Programs • Chatham, NY

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for our program at Taconic Hills Elementary School in Craryville, NY for the 2026–2027 school year. This part-time, non-exempt position involves working with school-age children (ages 5-12) and requires a love for working with kids, bringing energy, kindness, and patience, and encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence. The role also requires teamwork, effective communication with families, reliability, organization, and a commitment to exceptional care. This position is ideal for parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day, education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience, or retirees who enjoy mentoring children.

Requirements

• Candidates must meet one of the following: 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
• Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
• Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree