Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

Healthy Kids Programs • Fayette, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant for its Early Learning Center in Waterloo, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. Hours vary between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The role supports children's learning, care, and development in a mission-driven childcare program. The position is suited to people who enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and working as part of a team.

The Teacher Assistant collaborates with the School-Age Childcare Lead to provide hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum and tailored to children's needs and interests. The role also involves communicating with families through the Playground App, promoting positive adult-child interactions using the CLASS method, and following ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols to support the education, health, welfare, and safety of children and the center community.

The position pays $16.00 per hour. Part-time benefits include employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children during the employee's working hours, telehealth, vision and dental coverage, AFLAC supplemental plans, a 401(k) for eligible employees, paid sick time, on-demand pay, and career development and growth opportunities.

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.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Bring energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• Enjoy encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Be reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

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.
• 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 5–12 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 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