Early Learning Director and Lead Teacher

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for sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. Must not include Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate. We need to parse the description. Given text: Location: Healthy Kids Programs Early Learning Center in Monticello, NY Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour Schedule: Approximately 25–30 hours per week, scheduled within center hours (6:30 AM – 6:30 PM) Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care. Job Summary Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a hands-on Early Learning Director / Lead Teacher to support and lead our Preschool classroom at our Early Learning Center in Monticello, NY. This is primarily a classroom-based position. The majority of each day (approximately 80–90%) is spent in ratio working directly with children as the Lead Teacher in the Preschool classroom. Administrative and leadership responsibilities make up a smaller portion of the role and are completed in short blocks throughout the day or outside of direct classroom time. This role is ideal for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys teaching, leading by example in the classroom, and contributing to program quality in a supportive, team-based environment. Key Responsibilities Classroom Leadership (Primary Responsibility - In Ratio) Serve as Lead Teacher in the Preschool classroomWork directly with children throughout the majority of the dayPlan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons using Creative CurriculumPromote positive adult-child interactions using CLASS strategiesConduct ongoing child observations and developmental assessmentsMaintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment aligned with ECERS/ITERS standards Family & Community Engagement Maintain regular communication with families through conferences, meetings, and digital platformsParticipate in parent-teacher conferences twice per yearAssist with enrollment efforts, open houses, and community outreach Program Quality Use ECERS, Creative Curriculum, and CLASS observations to support continuous improvementParticipate in professional development and training opportunities Center Leadership & Administration (Limited Daily Time) Support daily center operations and schedulingEnsure compliance with NY State OCFS Day Care regulationsMaintain required student and program recordsSupport staff onboarding, training, and supervisionCoordinate classroom supplies and materialsCollaborate with HR, enrollment, and regional leadership teams (Administrative responsibilities are completed in short daily blocks and do not replace primary classroom responsibilities.) Requirements Education & Experience (One of the following required): Bachelor’s degree (12+ credits in early childhood, child development, or related field) plus 1 year teaching and 1-year supervisory experienceNYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 1 year teaching and 1-year supervisory experienceAssociate’s degree in early childhood (or related field) with plan toward bachelor’s or administrator credential plus 2 years teaching and 2 years supervisory experienceCDA or OCFS-recognized credential with plan of study plus 2 years teaching and 2 years supervisory experience Qualifications Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).Demonstrates a positive, friendly demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members.Dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance.Able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and meet the physical demands of working with children. Part-time Benefits Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with usTelehealth, vision, and dental coverageAFLAC supplemental plans401(k) for eligible employeesPaid sick timeOn-demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibilityCareer development and growth opportunities About Healthy Kids Programs Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider—we're shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing organizations, we provide Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and our team members. Learn more about our team and culture: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We need to extract sections: - About the role: maybe from Job Summary? The description includes "Job Summary ..." which is about the role. So we can put that under

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    Location: Healthy Kids Programs Early Learning Center in Monticello, NY

    About the role

    Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a hands-on Early Learning Director / Lead Teacher to support and lead our Preschool classroom at our Early Learning Center in Monticello, NY. This is primarily a classroom-based position. The majority of each day (approximately 80–90%) is spent in ratio working directly with children as the Lead Teacher in the Preschool classroom. Administrative and leadership responsibilities make up a smaller portion of the role and are completed in short blocks throughout the day or outside of direct classroom time. This role is ideal for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys teaching, leading by example in the classroom, and contributing to program quality in a supportive, team-based environment.

    Responsibilities

    • Serve as Lead Teacher in the Preschool classroom
    • Work directly with children throughout the majority of the day
    • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons using Creative Curriculum
    • Promote positive adult-child interactions using CLASS strategies
    • Conduct ongoing child observations and developmental assessments
    • Maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment aligned with ECERS/ITERS standards
    • Maintain regular communication with families through conferences, meetings, and digital platforms
    • Participate in parent-teacher conferences twice per year
    • Assist with enrollment efforts, open houses, and community outreach
    • Use ECERS, Creative Curriculum, and CLASS observations to support continuous improvement
    • Participate in professional development and training opportunities
    • Support daily center operations and scheduling
    • Ensure compliance with NY State OCFS Day Care regulations
    • Maintain required student and program records
    • Support staff onboarding, training, and supervision
    • Coordinate classroom supplies and materials
    • Collaborate with HR, enrollment, and regional leadership teams

    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree (12+ credits in early childhood, child development, or related field) plus 1 year teaching and 1‑year supervisory experience
    • NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 1 year teaching and 1‑year supervisory experience
    • Associate’s degree in early childhood (or related field) with plan toward bachelor’s or administrator credential plus 2 years teaching and 2 years supervisory experience
    • CDA or OCFS‑recognized credential with plan of study plus 2 years teaching and 2 years supervisory experience

    Qualifications

    • Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB)
    • Demonstrates a positive, friendly demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members
    • Dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance
    • Able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and meet the physical demands of working with children

    Benefits

    • Employer‑paid childcare for school‑age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
    • Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
    • AFLAC supplemental plans
    • 401(k) for eligible employees
    • Paid sick time
    • On‑demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility
    • Career development and growth opportunities

    Pay

    $17.00 – $20.00 per hour

    Schedule

    Approximately 25–30 hours