Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (UPK)

About the role

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for their UPK Program at Central Elementary in Larchmont, NY for the 2026–2027 school year.

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
• 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
• Part of a collaborative school community that values teamwork between teachers, assistants, and families
• Access to ongoing training and professional development to support growth as an early childhood educator
• 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