Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (UPK)

Description

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for their UPK Program at Chappaqua Central School District for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.

Key Success Characteristics

• Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences
• Bridges 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

Featured Benefit

Employer-Paid Childcare

Who Thrives In This Role

• Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
• Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
• Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Taught in a supportive UPK classroom environment with clear curriculum structure and district alignment
• Work with four-year-olds at a key developmental stage, where you can see rapid growth in early literacy, social skills, and independence
• Part of a collaborative school community that values teamwork between teachers, assistants, and families
• Access to ongoing training and professional development to support your growth as an early childhood educator
• Benefit from a rare employer-paid childcare option, helping remove one of the biggest stressors for working parents
• Supported by a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality early learning and community impact

Key Responsibilities

• Implement the Creative Curriculum with fidelity and attend required district training
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with NYS Early Learning Standards
• Support early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development through play-based learning
• Conduct assessments, document progress, and communicate with families
• Build strong relationships with families and support UPK engagement
• Collaborate with teacher assistants and support staff
• Maintain a high-quality ECERS-3 aligned classroom environment
• Participate in professional development and program evaluation

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Valid NYS Early Childhood Teaching Certification (Birth–2, N–6, Pre-K–6) or Bachelor’s with approved 5-Year Plan
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
• Experience with preschool-age children
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must successfully pass all required state background checks
• Requires the ability to meet physical demands, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children