Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Lloyd, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant for its Early Learning Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role is scheduled within the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and pays $16.00 per hour. The assistant supports children's learning, care, health, welfare, and safety, and works collaboratively with the team and families. The position may suit parents seeking a school-aligned schedule, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring and engaging with children.

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 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.
• Reliability, organization, and commitment to exceptional care.
• Parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy staying active and mentoring children may find the role especially suitable.

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.
• Engage actively with children throughout the day.

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 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