Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

Healthy Kids Programs • Milton, NY

22h • 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. The role supports children’s learning through play and positive experiences, encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and helps provide exceptional care. It also involves supporting transitions from toddler to preschool and preschool to kindergarten, maintaining classroom records, and guiding staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers. The position is suited to people who enjoy building relationships, supporting children’s growth, and working with a mission-driven team.

Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for employees’ school-age children, ages 3–12, who are enrolled in the program, on the days and during the hours the employee works. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to 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.

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 exceptional care.

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.
• Help staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers grow and thrive in their roles.
• Encourage children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence and help them learn through play and positive experiences.
• 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 working 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