Early Childhood Learning Teacher Assistant
4 days ago
Poughkeepsie
Job DescriptionDescription: Healthy Kids Programs is looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Teacher Assistants for the 2025-2026 school year. JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt LOCATION: Healthy Kids Programs Early Learning Center in Poughkeepsie, NY PAY: $16.00 per hour HOURS: 6:30 am - 6:30 pm Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in 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. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Collaborating with the Lead Teacher to facilitate hands-on activities aligned with the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children., • Maintaining regular communication with parents and family members through the Playground App, ensuring transparency and engagement in their child's daily experiences., • Cultivating positive adult-child interactions utilizing the CLASS method, fostering an environment where every child feels valued and supported., • 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. Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt., • Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program, available only on the days you are working with us, • Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage, • AFLAC supplemental plans, • 401(k) for eligible employees, • Paid sick time, • On-demand pay Why Join Healthy Kids Programs? At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work. If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference, Healthy Kids Programs is the place to build your career. Learn more about working with us: 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.