Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Washingtonville, NY

2d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher for its program in New Windsor, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role is part-time, non-exempt, and scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The position supports children’s learning through play and positive experiences, encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and helps create a safe, engaging childcare environment. The Lead Teacher works with teammates and families and provides leadership and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers. The position is part of an organization offering Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience paths: 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.
• Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties.
• Friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Able to lead and motivate a team and committed 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.
• Lead and motivate a team while contributing to quality childcare.
• Support children’s learning, growth, curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play and positive experiences.
• Communicate effectively with families and 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 pay, allowing 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