Early Childhood Learning Staff

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of New Windsor, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Early Childhood Learning Staff for its early childhood program at Taconic Hills Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. The role works with children ages 18 months through 5 years old alongside the early childhood team to create a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment. Staff support classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions that help children learn and develop.

The position is located at ELC 565 Union Avenue in New Windsor, New York. It pays $16.00 per hour and is part-time, non-exempt, with up to 29 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The afternoon program runs from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and flexible scheduling options are available. Eligible children served by Healthy Kids Programs may receive employer-paid childcare during the days and hours the employee works.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least one year of experience working with children under age 13.
• Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• Ability to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.
• Enjoys working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Energy, kindness, and patience; enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families.
• Reliability, organization, and commitment to providing exceptional care.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with children and classroom management; the role may suit education majors or future teachers.
• Experience or interest in early childhood development and well-being.
• Interest in mentoring children and contributing to the community.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the School-Age Childcare Lead to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum and tailored to children's needs and interests.
• Communicate regularly with parents and family members through the Playground App about children's daily experiences.
• Cultivate positive adult-child interactions using the CLASS method so every child feels valued and supported.
• Support the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.
• Support classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions for children ages 18 months through 5 years old.

Benefits

• Eligible children served by Healthy Kids Programs can receive employer-paid childcare during the days and hours the employee works.
• Telehealth, vision, and 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED