School-Age Childcare Head Teacher – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Andover, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time School-Age Childcare Head Teacher for its Before and After School Programs at Horace W. Porter School in Columbia, Connecticut, for the 2026–2027 school year. The schedule follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 7:00–8:00 a.m., and the afternoon program runs from 3:15–6:00 p.m. Opportunities may be available for either program or both. The role is non-exempt and pays $20.00 per hour.

The Head Teacher facilitates activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, helps children with homework, and provides a safe, healthy, engaging environment. The role also includes following applicable state and program policies and supporting program operations. It may suit people seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, hands-on experience with children, or an opportunity to mentor children.

Healthy Kids Programs operates 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 creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: a bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, at least 360 hours of documented, supervised experience in a family childcare home, childcare center, or group childcare home, and at least one semester of student teaching with preschool-aged children; a current Center-Based Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and at least 1,080 hours of documented, supervised experience working directly with children in a legally operating childcare center serving children through preschool; or at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and at least 1,080 hours of documented, supervised experience in a qualifying childcare center.
• Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
• Warm, friendly, positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
• Professional, dependable, and punctual.
• Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs., and actively engage in activities required to safely supervise and keep up with children.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoys working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families.
• Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

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 school-age children ages 5–12 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.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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