Pre-K Teacher Assistant (UPK)

Healthy Kids Programs • Tarrytown, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Pre-K Teacher Assistant for its UPK Program at Chappaqua Central School District for the 2026–2027 school year. The role follows the school calendar and is scheduled from 8:45 AM to 2:15 PM. Pay is $18.00–$20.00 per hour. The position is non-exempt and works under the direction of the Lead Teacher to support classroom instruction, routines, and children's development in a structured, creative environment that balances learning and play.

The Teacher Assistant helps provide a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom; closely supervises children; supports personal care routines; and builds respectful relationships with children, families, and staff. The role is hands-on and active throughout the day, including lifting and carrying children when necessary and lifting up to 50 pounds as needed. A high school diploma or GED and successful completion of required state background checks are required. An associate degree in education or a related field and experience in childcare, early education, or classroom support are preferred.

Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for employees’ school-age children ages 5–12 who are enrolled in its program, on the days and during the hours the employee works. Other listed part-time benefits include telehealth, vision and dental coverage, AFLAC supplemental plans, a 401(k) for eligible employees, paid sick time, on-demand pay, and career development and growth opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must 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; closely supervise children; and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Lead Teacher to support and carry out lesson plans, classroom activities, and daily routines.
• Help implement learning activities and support smooth classroom transitions.
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Closely supervise children and support personal care routines, including toileting and handwashing.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and 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 5–12 enrolled in the program, on the days and during the hours worked.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 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