Early Childhood Learning Staff
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring staff for our Infant and Toddler Programs for the 2025-2026 school year. The Early Learning Program Team is responsible for: Facilitating hands-on activities following the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children. Creating a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive. Be the ultimate role model they'll look up to every single day. Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App, because who doesn't love sharing those precious moments and updates? Ensuring you're always in the know by following OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Program policies, and our host school's rules like a pro! Cultivating positive adult-child interactions utilizing the CLASS method, fostering an environment where every child feels valued and supported. Supporting the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the entire center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols. Our Lead Teacher positions may also perform functions such as: Crafting Adventures: Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using our Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains. Tracking Progress: Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests. Smooth Transitions: Guide families through the transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten, ensuring every child feels supported every step of the way. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date family and agency records, including attendance and meal logs, ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine. Team Support: Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page. Mentoring Moments: Provide functional training and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers, helping them grow and thrive in their roles. Continuous Learning: Dive into ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids, because we believe in investing in your growth and development every step of the way.
Requirements
- You're 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB.
- You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt.
- You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with energetic kiddos!
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of experience working with kiddos under 13
Responsibilities
- Facilitating hands-on activities following the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children.
- Creating a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive.
- Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App
- Following OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Program policies, and our host school's rules
- Cultivating positive adult-child interactions utilizing the CLASS method
- Supporting the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the entire center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.
- Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using our Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains.
- Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests.
- Guide families through the transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date family and agency records, including attendance and meal logs
- Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed
- Provide functional training and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers
- Dive into ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids
Benefits
- Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work.
- Telehealth Benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- AFLAC Supplemental Plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid Sick Time Off
- On-Demand Pay
- Career Development
- Growth Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
