Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Pleasant Valley, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for its Early Learning Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role is paid at $17.00 per hour, with listed hours of 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Lead Teacher supports children's learning through play and positive experiences, encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and works collaboratively with teammates and families. The position also provides leadership and guidance to classroom staff and supports children's transitions between toddler, preschool, and kindergarten settings.

The role is suited to people who enjoy building relationships and supporting children's growth, including parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education students seeking practical experience, and retirees interested in mentoring children. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the employee's work hours and workdays.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: 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 a commitment to providing 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 about 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 learning, curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play and positive experiences.
• Communicate effectively with families and work collaboratively with teammates.

Benefits

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