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Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (UPK)

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Tarrytown, NY • On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Part-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Description

LOCATION: Chappaqua Central School District

PAY: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule: Follows the school calendar
Hours: 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM

JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt


Do you love working with kids?


Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for our UPK Program at Chappaqua Central School District for the 2026-2027 school year.


Key Success Characteristics:

  • Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences
  • Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day
  • Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence
  • Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families
  • Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care

Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5-12) 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.


Who Thrives in This Role

This position is especially well-suited for:

  • Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
  • Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
  • Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community

If you enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and being part of a mission-driven team, you'll feel right at home.


Why You'll Love This Role

  • You'll teach in a supportive UPK classroom environment with clear curriculum structure and district alignment, so you're not starting from scratch each day
  • You'll work with four-year-olds at a key developmental stage, where you can see rapid growth in early literacy, social skills, and independence
  • You'll be part of a collaborative school community that values teamwork between teachers, assistants, and families
  • You'll have access to ongoing training and professional development to support your growth as an early childhood educator
  • You'll benefit from a rare employer-paid childcare option, helping remove one of the biggest stressors for working parents
  • You'll be supported by a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality early learning and community impact

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement the Creative Curriculum with fidelity and attend required district training
  • Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with NYS Early Learning Standards
  • Support early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development through play-based learning
  • Conduct assessments, document progress, and communicate with families
  • Build strong relationships with families and support UPK engagement
  • Collaborate with teacher assistants and support staff
  • Maintain a high-quality ECERS-3 aligned classroom environment
  • Participate in professional development and program evaluation

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Valid NYS Early Childhood Teaching Certification (Birth-2, N-6, Pre-K-6) or Bachelor's with approved 5-Year Plan
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
  • Experience with preschool-age children
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

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.

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

  • Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5-12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
  • Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
  • AFLAC supplemental plans
  • 401(k) for eligible employees
  • Paid sick time
  • On-demand pay - access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility
  • 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. 5000's fastest-growing organizations, we provide Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and our team members.


Learn more about our team and culture: 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.