Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Livingston, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant at Taconic Hills Elementary School in Craryville, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The assistant works alongside the early childhood team to help 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.

This part-time position offers flexible scheduling, with morning shifts from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and afternoon shifts from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Employees may work a consistent shift or a mix of morning and afternoon shifts depending on availability and program needs. The position is scheduled for up to 29 hours per week and pays $16.00–$18.00 per hour.

Eligible children served by Healthy Kids Programs may receive employer-paid childcare during the days and hours the employee works. The role may suit people interested in working with children, including parents, education majors, retirees, and early childhood professionals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least 1 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.
• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Energy, kindness, patience, and an interest in encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Reliability, 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.
• Foster positive adult-child interactions using the CLASS method.
• Support the education, health, welfare, and safety of children and the center community by following ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.
• Support classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions for children ages 10 months through 3 years old.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for eligible children served by Healthy Kids Programs during the days and hours the employee works.
• Telehealth, vision, and 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.
• Flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

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