Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (UPK)

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Beekman, NY

5d • $32 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Pre-Kindergarten Teachers for three classrooms at Beekman Elementary School in Poughquag, New York. This part-time, non-exempt role provides four-year-olds with a high-quality early learning experience that builds a strong foundation for Kindergarten. The position 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 with early literacy, multidisciplinary approaches, and strategies for diverse learners.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM, following the Arlington Central School District 2025–2026 calendar. Pay is $32.00–$34.00 per hour. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the days and hours the employee works, with employer contributions covering the cost of care.

Requirements

• Hold a current New York State teaching certificate valid for service in the early childhood grades; qualifying certification options include NYS Certification Birth–Grade 2, NYS Certification N–6, NYS Certification P, K, 1–6, or a bachelor’s degree with an approved 5-Year Plan.
• Have a bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Have experience teaching preschool-age children.
• Have medical clearance to perform all job duties and be free from communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
• Bring a warm, friendly, and positive attitude, with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
• Be professional, dependable, and punctual.
• Be able to meet the physical demands of the role, 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 and track student progress and development, and provide timely feedback.
• 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 the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS).
• 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 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.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level