Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant
Part-time, non-exempt position at Healthy Kids Programs Early Learning Center in Poughkeepsie, NY.
About the role
Healthy Kids Programs is looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Teacher Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year. We offer a supportive and engaging environment where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children.
- Maintain regular communication with parents and family members through the Playground App, ensuring transparency and engagement in their child's daily experiences.
- Cultivate positive adult-child interactions utilizing the CLASS method, fostering an environment where every child feels valued and supported.
- Support the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the entire center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols.
Requirements
- 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Preferably 1 year of experience working with kids under 13.
- Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB.
- Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat with exceptional people skills; professional, reliable, and prompt.
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and keep up with the children.
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work.
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
- AFLAC supplemental plans.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Paid sick time.
- On-demand pay.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
Pay
$16.00 per hour.
Schedule
6:30 am - 6:30 pm.
About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.