Pre-K Childcare Lead– Before & After School
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 or both programs. Pay is $19.00–$20.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt position. The Lead facilitates engaging activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, supports a safe and positive environment, follows applicable state and program policies, and assists with program operations. The role is suited to someone who enjoys helping young children learn through play, building relationships with families and teammates, and supporting children’s growth. 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 focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and positively impacting the communities it serves.
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 plus 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 plus two years of experience.
- Be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
- Demonstrate a positive, friendly demeanor and strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members.
- Be dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance.
- Be able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds and meet the physical demands of working with 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 enrolled school-age children on the days and during the hours worked; the job description gives ages 5–12 in the featured benefit and ages 3–12 in the part-time benefits section.
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
- AFLAC supplemental plans.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Paid sick time.
- On-demand pay.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
