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Healthy Kids Programs | Mamaroneck Union Free School District |2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION: Central Elementary School in Larchmont, NY 

PAY: $66,000-$70,000 annually 

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:45 am-2:30 pm

JOB STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt

Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 4-12) enrolled in our 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.

Why You'll Love This Role

• You'll teach in a supportive UPK classroom with a clear curriculum structure and strong district alignment, so you're never starting from scratch.
• You'll work with four-year-olds at a pivotal developmental stage, where growth in early literacy, social-emotional skills, and independence is rapid and rewarding.
• You'll be part of a collaborative Special Class in an Integrated Setting, partnering closely with your co-teacher, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.
• You'll receive ongoing professional development in early childhood education, inclusive practices, and multilingual learner support.
• You'll benefit from a rare employer-paid childcare option, easing one of the biggest challenges for working parents.
• You'll join a mission-driven organization committed to high-quality early learning and strong community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement the Creative Curriculum, Foundations, and Heggerty with fidelity, and participate in all required district training.
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, inclusive instruction aligned with NYS Early Learning Standards.
• Support early literacy, numeracy, language development, and social-emotional learning through play-based, child-centered instruction.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
• Conduct assessments, document student progress, and maintain ongoing communication with families.
• Build strong, culturally responsive relationships with families and support UPK engagement efforts.
• Collaborate with your co-teacher, assistants, and support staff to maintain a high-quality ECERS-3 aligned classroom environment.
• Participate in professional development, coaching, and program evaluation.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid NYS Early Childhood Teaching Certification (Birth-2, N-6, or Pre-K-6), or a Bachelor's degree with an approved 5-Year Plan
• Special Education Certification preferred for teaching in a Special Class in an Integrated Setting
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Experience working with preschool-age children in inclusive or integrated settings
• Experience supporting multilingual learners preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a co-teaching team

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.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for children enrolled in our program, available during the days and hours you are scheduled to work
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans
• 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays, PTO, and sick time
• On-Demand Pay
• Career development and growth opportunities

About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We're shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today's families while positively impacting the communities we serve.

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.

If you're passionate about working with young children and want to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team, we encourage you to apply: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus

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.