Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (UPK)
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is seeking Pre-Kindergarten Teachers for three classrooms at Beekman Elementary School in Poughquag, New York. The role provides four-year-olds with a high-quality early learning experience that builds a strong foundation for Kindergarten. It emphasizes child-centered learning, literacy and numeracy development, social-emotional growth, and collaboration with colleagues and families. The ideal candidate is creative, culturally responsive, passionate about early childhood development, and experienced in early literacy, multidisciplinary approaches, and strategies for diverse learners. The position is part-time and non-exempt, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM, following the Arlington Central School District 2025–2026 calendar. Pay is $38.00–$40.00 per hour. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in its program during the days and hours they work, with employer contributions covering the cost of care. Candidates must hold a current New York State teaching certificate valid for early childhood grades, have a bachelor’s degree (a master’s degree is preferred), and have experience teaching preschool-age children. To qualify, candidates must meet one of the listed New York State certification or degree-and-plan options. Candidates also need medical clearance to perform the job duties and must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and actively engaging with children.
Requirements
- Current New York State teaching certificate valid for service in the early childhood grades.
- Bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree is preferred.
- Experience teaching preschool-age children.
- Meet one of these qualification options: New York State Certification Birth–Grade 2; New York State Certification N–6; New York State Certification P, K, 1–6; or a bachelor’s degree and an approved 5-Year Plan.
- Medical clearance to perform all job duties and freedom from communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
- Warm, friendly, and positive attitude, with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
- Professional, dependable, and punctual.
- Ability to meet physical demands, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate Pre-K program aligned with UPK School District requirements.
- Design and teach culturally responsive lessons.
- Assess, track, and provide timely feedback on student progress and development.
- Use positive, age-appropriate guidance strategies.
- Build strong relationships with staff and families through professional communication and engagement.
- Collaborate with teacher assistants and other team members.
- Design classroom environments following ECERS (Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale).
- Develop literacy- and math-focused activities using the Creative Curriculum.
- Participate in professional development and program evaluation.
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in the program during the days and hours worked.
- 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
