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Pre-k Lead Teacher– Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs · Ossining, NY · Today
On-siteTraining$17/hrPart-time

About the role

Healthy Kids Programs is looking for someone energetic and passionate about working with kids to join the team as a Lead Teacher for our Before and After School Pre-k Program for the 2026-2027 school year.

JOB STATUS: Part time, non-exempt, located at Uriah Hill Elementary School in Peekskill, NY, with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour, and hours of 7:00 - 8:30 am and 2:15 - 6:00 pm.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements through program compliance.
  • Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support through program leadership.
  • Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels through program management.
  • Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App through family communication.
  • Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment through team collaboration.

Requirements

  • Candidates must meet one of the following:
    • Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field.
    • Child Development Associate Credential or another Office-recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period (with 1 year of experience).
    • 9 Credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field with a plan of study leading to Associates or other Office recognized credential (with 2 years of 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 3–12) 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.
  • Career development and growth opportunities.

Pay

$17.00 per hour.

Schedule

7:00 - 8:30 am and 2:15 - 6:00 pm.

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