Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Webb, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time 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 provide a warm, nurturing, engaging environment for children ages 10 months through 3 years, supporting classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions.

The position is approximately 25–30 hours per week, scheduled within center hours of 6:30 AM–6:30 PM, and pays $16.00 per hour. Eligible school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs can receive employer-paid childcare during the employee’s working hours.

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.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.
• Work effectively with teammates and communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the School-Age Childcare Lead to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum and tailored to the needs and interests of the children.
• Communicate regularly with parents and family members through the Playground App about their child's daily experiences.
• Cultivate positive adult-child interactions using the CLASS method so each 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.
• Support classroom activities, daily routines, and learning experiences for children ages 10 months through 3 years.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs, during the days and hours the employee works.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED