Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant

Healthy Kids Programs • Eagle Bay, NY

2d • 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 role supports children ages 10 months through 3 years old by helping create a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment and assisting with classroom activities, daily routines, and learning experiences. The position is scheduled for approximately 25–30 hours per week within center hours of 6:30 AM–6:30 PM and pays $16.00 per hour. It is non-exempt.

The Teacher Assistant works alongside the early childhood team to support children’s learning, development, health, welfare, and safety. The role includes facilitating hands-on activities, communicating with families, building positive adult-child interactions, and following applicable classroom and center standards. Eligible school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs can receive employer-paid childcare during the employee’s working days and hours.

Healthy Kids Programs provides 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 while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoys helping children learn through play and positive experiences.
• Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• 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.
• The role may be especially suited to parents seeking a flexible schedule, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, retirees who enjoy mentoring children, and early childhood professionals.

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 children 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.
• Assist with classroom activities, daily routines, and learning experiences for children ages 10 months through 3 years old.

Benefits

• Eligible school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in Healthy Kids Programs can receive employer-paid childcare during the employee’s working days and hours.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, allowing access to 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