Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Lead Teacher/Director to combine leadership and teaching in guiding a high-quality early childhood program. You will support children’s development through engaging learning experiences while mentoring staff, partnering with families, and creating a nurturing classroom environment for a Before and/or After School Pre-K program.
What You'll Do
- Oversee daily program operations while maintaining OCFS licensing compliance.
- Recruit, train, and support a team dedicated to high-quality childcare.
- Manage program records, student files, and regulatory documentation.
- Partner with families, staff, and community partners to support enrollment and engagement.
- Maintain classroom environments and ensure materials meet ECERS quality standards.
- Work collaboratively with marketing and leadership teams on program growth.
- Develop and implement engaging weekly lesson plans using Creative Curriculum.
- Create a safe, inclusive environment that supports children’s development across all learning domains.
- Conduct developmental observations and share progress during parent-teacher conferences.
- Support smooth transitions for children entering preschool or kindergarten.
- Mentor assistant teachers, interns, and volunteers.
- Maintain accurate attendance, meal logs, and student records.
What We're Looking For
- Meet one of the specified education and experience pathways (Bachelor's with 12 ECE credits + 1 year teaching + 1 year supervision; Associate's with plan toward Bachelor's or NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential + 2 years teaching + 2 years supervision; NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential + 1 year teaching + 1 year supervision; CDA with plan toward Bachelor's or NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential + 2 years teaching + 2 years supervision).
- Must be willing and able to pass NYS OCFS background check.
- Medically cleared to perform all job duties.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented.
- Able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Able to lead and motivate a team and have a commitment to providing quality childcare.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
- Employer-paid childcare for children enrolled in our program, available during the days and hours you are scheduled to work.
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
- AFLAC supplemental plans.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Paid sick time.
- On-demand pay.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Work Mode
This is an onsite role located at Woestina Elementary School in Rotterdam Junction, NY.
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.
