Pre-K Teacher Assistant (UPK)

Healthy Kids Programs • Pleasant Valley, NY

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a Pre-K Teacher Assistant to support four-year-olds in the Arlington Central School District’s UPK program during the 2026–2027 school year. Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, the assistant helps implement lesson plans and daily classroom activities in a structured, nurturing environment. The program emphasizes play-based, child-centered learning, early literacy and numeracy, social-emotional development, positive peer interactions, and support for diverse learning styles and individual needs.

This is a part-time role scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. It offers hands-on classroom experience and opportunities for career growth. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its programs during the employee’s work hours and workdays, with employer contributions covering the cost of care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Teacher Assistant Certification.
• Successfully pass all required state background checks.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and adaptability when working with young children.
• Ability to remain active throughout the day in a hands-on classroom environment.
• Ability to lift and carry children when necessary; bend, kneel, reach, run, and sit on the floor; supervise children closely; and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in education or a related field.
• Experience in childcare, early education, or classroom support.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Lead Teacher to support and carry out lesson plans, classroom activities, and daily routines.
• Assist with learning activities and smooth classroom transitions.
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Closely supervise children and assist with personal care routines, including toileting and handwashing.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Support the Lead Teacher in addressing and planning for individual student needs.
• Maintain consistent attendance to support classroom stability and UPK program requirements.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Lead Teacher or supervisor.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 4–12 enrolled in the program, on the days and during the hours the employee works.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED