Pre-k Childcare Lead– Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Yorktown, NY

4d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Pre-K Childcare Lead for its Before and After School Programs at Uriah Hill Elementary School in Peekskill, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m., and the afternoon program runs from 2:15 to 6:00 p.m.; opportunities may be available for either program or both. Pay is $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The position is non-exempt.

The lead facilitates engaging activities that support children’s learning, development, and well-being, while providing a safe, healthy, and fun environment. The role also supports program operations and requires compliance with state regulations and program and school policies. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children ages 3–12 who are enrolled in the program, on the days and during the hours the employee works.

Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It offers programs at more than 150 locations and states that it is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: an associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field; a Child Development Associate Credential or another Office-recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period and one year of experience; or nine credits in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field with a plan of study leading to an associate’s degree or other Office-recognized credential and two years of experience.
• Obtain 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest aligned with working with children, encouraging learning through play, and supporting children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• The position may be especially suited to parents seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees who enjoy mentoring children.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children in the program.
• Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 3–12 enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours the employee is working.
• 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: Associate degree