School-Age Childcare Head Teacher – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Willimantic, 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 role follows the school calendar and may be scheduled for the morning program, afternoon program, or both. The morning program runs from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m.; the afternoon program runs from 3:15 to 6:00 p.m.

The Head Teacher leads activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, helps children complete homework, and provides a safe, healthy, and engaging setting. The role also involves following applicable state, program, and school policies and supporting program operations. The position is suited to someone who enjoys building relationships with children, encouraging their development, and working as part of a team.

Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the employee’s workdays and work hours. The company operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on accessible, affordable childcare and meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

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 a minimum of 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).
• Demonstrate a warm, friendly, and positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
• Maintain professionalism and be dependable and punctual.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and actively engage in activities needed to safely supervise and keep up with children.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in helping children learn through play and positive experiences.
• Energy, kindness, and patience; enjoyment of encouraging children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Ability to work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Reliability, organization, and commitment 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.
• 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