Early Learning Teacher Assistant at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Village of Walton, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

15.5

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Collaboration, Communication, Positive Interactions, Child Development, Safety Protocols, Hands-On Activities, Creative Curriculum, People Skills, Reliability, Professionalism, Engagement, Support, Flexibility, Teamwork, Warmth, Friendliness

Industry

Child Day Care Services

Description

Description 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: Townsend Elementary School in Walton, NY PAY: $15.50 per hour HOURS: 7:45 am - 2:45 pm JOB CONSISTS OF: 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. Supporting the education, health, welfare, and safety of classroom members and the entire center community by adhering to ECERS/ITERS standards and protocols. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: You're 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. While having 1 year of experience working with kiddos under 13 is awesome, it's not a must-have. We believe in potential and passion! You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB. You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with young children, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt. You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with young children! PART-TIME BENEFITS: Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work. Telehealth Benefits Vision Insurance Dental Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Plans 401(k) for eligible employees Paid Sick Time Off On-Demand Pay Career Development Growth Opportunities WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Our programs empower working families, create a safe and nurturing environment for childhood development, and ensure that every child has the foundation they need for a bright future. Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus. Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

Responsibilities

The Teacher Assistant will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to facilitate hands-on activities and maintain communication with parents. They will also support the education and safety of children in the classroom.