Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant
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. The role supports children’s learning through play and positive experiences, helps foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence, and contributes to a safe, engaging classroom and center community. Hours vary between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The position pays $16.00 per hour and is non-exempt. The assistant collaborates with the School-Age Childcare Lead to facilitate 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, building supportive adult-child interactions using the CLASS method, and following ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols to support children’s education, health, welfare, and safety. Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a growing childcare provider offering Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It is a certified Benefit Corporation whose mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable and create 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
- Enjoyment of working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
- Energy, kindness, and patience.
- Interest in encouraging children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
- Organization and commitment 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 so every child feels valued and supported.
- Support the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the center community by adhering to 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, vision, and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
