Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Old Forge, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant at Town of Webb Union School in Old Forge, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The assistant works alongside the early childhood team to create a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages 10 months through 3 years old, supporting classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions.

The role is part-time, approximately 25–30 hours per week, scheduled within the center's hours of 6:30 AM–6:30 PM, and pays $16.00 per hour. Eligible school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs can receive employer-paid childcare on the days and during the hours the employee works.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It 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 1 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.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Reliability, organization, and commitment to providing exceptional care.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Hands-on experience with children and classroom management, suitable for education majors or future teachers.
• Experience or interest in mentoring children and supporting their development, well-suited to early childhood professionals and retirees.

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 each child feels valued and supported.
• Support the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the center community by following ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.
• Support classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions for young children.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs, during the employee's workdays and work hours.
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing 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