Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Old Forge, PA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistants for our Infant and Toddler Programs in the Town of Webb School District for the 2025–2026 school year. This is a part-time, non-exempt position located at the Healthy Kids Programs Early Learning Center in Old Forge, NY. The pay is $16.00 per hour, with varying hours between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Healthy Kids Programs is a certified benefit corporation dedicated to making childcare accessible and affordable, and is recognized as one of Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing organizations. They offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations.

Requirements

• 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB.
• Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt.
• Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with the children.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience working with kids under 13.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the Lead Teacher to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children.
• Maintaining regular communication with parents and family members through the Playground App, ensuring transparency and engagement in their child's daily experiences.
• Cultivating positive adult-child interactions utilizing the CLASS method, fostering an environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Supporting the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the entire center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• On-demand pay
• Career development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees