Pre-K Teacher Assistant – Universal Pre-K

Job overview

The Pre-K Teacher Assistant – Universal Pre-K role is onsite at Chappaqua Central School District in Tarrytown, NY. Pay is $18–$20 per hour, and the schedule follows the school calendar, 8:45 AM–2:15 PM. Healthy Kids Programs provides early learning, before- and after-school, and summer camp programs, with a mission to make childcare accessible and affordable. Working under the Lead Teacher, the assistant supports lesson plans, classroom routines, and children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. The role helps maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate classroom and builds positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

What you'll do

• Support and carry out lesson plans, classroom activities, and daily routines under the Lead Teacher
• assist with learning activities and transitions
• support children’s development
• supervise children and assist with toileting and handwashing
• maintain a clean, safe, developmentally appropriate classroom
• build respectful relationships with children, families, and staff
• support planning for individual student needs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pre-k teacher assistant

universal pre-k

early childhood education

part-time

tarrytown ny

healthy kids programs

$18–$20/hr

school calendar

classroom support

child development

employer-paid childcare

paid sick time

career development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children during working hours, telehealth, vision and dental coverage, AFLAC supplemental plans, 401(k) for eligible employees, paid sick time, on-demand pay, and career development.

Why this role

The posting is for the 2026–2027 school year and lists employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children during working hours. A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate degree and relevant experience are preferred.

About the employer

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.