Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

Healthy Kids Programs • Highland, 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 supports children’s learning, development, health, welfare, and safety in a childcare setting, with activities tailored to their needs and interests. The position pays $16.00 per hour, and the listed hours are 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The assistant works collaboratively with the School-Age Childcare Lead and communicates with families about children’s daily experiences. The role uses the Creative Curriculum, the CLASS method, and ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.

Healthy Kids Programs operates 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 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

• Interest in helping children learn through play and positive experiences.
• Energy, kindness, and patience.
• Enjoys encouraging children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring children are identified as people particularly suited to the role.

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 their child’s daily experiences.
• Use the CLASS method to foster positive adult-child interactions and an environment where 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 5–12 enrolled in the program on days and during hours worked.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay to access 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