Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Wappinger, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time, non-exempt Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant for its Early Learning Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position pays $16.00 per hour, with listed hours of 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Teacher Assistant supports children’s learning through play and positive experiences, helps facilitate hands-on activities, communicates with families, and contributes to a safe, supportive classroom and center community. The role works collaboratively with the School-Age Childcare Lead and uses the Creative Curriculum, CLASS method, and ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.

Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a childcare organization providing Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It is a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Organized and committed to providing exceptional care.
• Experience or interest suited to parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, or retirees who enjoy mentoring children and staying active.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the School-Age Childcare Lead to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum and tailored to the 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 following ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.

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 with 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