Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Inlet, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant at Town of Webb Union School in Old Forge, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The assistant works with the early childhood team to create a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages 10 months through 3 years old, supporting classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions.

The position is part-time, non-exempt, and pays $16.00 per hour. It is approximately 25–30 hours per week, scheduled within center hours of 6:30 AM–6:30 PM. Eligible school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs may receive employer-paid childcare on the days and during the hours the employee works.

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.
• 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.
• Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with children and classroom management, particularly for education majors or future teachers.
• Interest in mentoring children and community involvement, particularly for retirees.
• Passion for supporting children's development and well-being, particularly for early childhood professionals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the School-Age Childcare Lead to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum and tailored to the 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.
• Support classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions for young children.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs during the employee's work hours.
• 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