Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Hillsdale, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant at Taconic Hills Elementary School in Craryville, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role supports children ages 10 months through 3 years old by helping create a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment and assisting with classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions.

The position offers flexible scheduling Monday through Friday, with morning hours from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and afternoon hours from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Employees may work a consistent shift or a mix of morning and afternoon shifts, depending on availability and program needs. The schedule is up to 29 hours per week. Eligible employees’ 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 while 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.
• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Energy, kindness, patience, and an interest in encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Reliability, organization, and commitment to providing exceptional care.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as an education major or future teacher seeking hands-on experience with children and classroom management.
• Interest in mentoring children and contributing to the community.
• Passion for early childhood development and children's well-being.

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 children feel 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 children ages 10 months through 3 years old.

Benefits

• Eligible children served by the programs can receive employer-paid childcare during the employee's working days and hours.
• 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