Early Childhood Learning Lead Teacher

Overview

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring Lead Teachers for our Infant and Toddler Programs in the Town of Webb School District for the 2025–2026 school year.

Work while your child is cared for, too. Employer Paid Childcare - Available for your children enrolled in our program, on the days you work.

Job status:
Part time, non-exempt

Location:

Our Early Learning Center in Old Forge, NY

Positions available:
Infant Room Lead Teacher and Toddler Room Lead Teacher

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Hours:

Hours vary 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday

• Facilitating hands-on activities following the Creative Curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children.
• Creating a safe, healthy, and engaging environment where kids can thrive. Be the ultimate role model they'll look up to every single day.
• Staying connected with parents and family members via the Playground App, sharing precious moments and updates.
• Following OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Program policies, and host school rules.
• Cultivating positive adult-child interactions using 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.

• Crafting Adventures:
  Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using our Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains.
• Tracking Progress:
  Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests.
• Smooth Transitions:
  Guide families through transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten, ensuring every child feels supported.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain accurate family and agency records, including attendance and meal logs.
• Team Support:
  Keep Assistants in the loop with classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed.
• Mentoring Moments:
  Provide functional training and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Continuous Learning:
  Engage in ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids Programs.

• A Bachelor’s degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in early childhood, child development, or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

• OR An Associate's degree in early childhood or related field, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

• OR A New York State children's program administrator credential; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

• OR A child development associate credential or another office-recognized credential, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

• Medically cleared to perform all job duties
• Friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented
• Able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Employer Paid Childcare - Available for your children enrolled in our program, on the days you work.
• Telehealth Benefits
• Vision…