Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Ghent, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant at Taconic Hills Elementary School in Craryville, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The assistant works with children ages 10 months through 3 years old, alongside the early childhood team, to provide a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment and to support classroom activities, daily routines, learning experiences, and positive interactions.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, up to 29 hours per week, with morning hours from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or afternoon hours from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Flexible scheduling is available, including the option to work consistent shifts or a mix of morning and afternoon shifts, depending on availability and program needs. Pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour. Eligible children served by Healthy Kids Programs can receive employer-paid childcare during the days and hours the employee works.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation with a mission 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.

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 children's daily experiences.
• Use the CLASS method to cultivate positive adult-child interactions and help every child feel 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, learning experiences, and positive interactions for children ages 10 months through 3 years.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare during working days and hours for eligible children served by Healthy Kids Programs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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