Preschool Teacher Assistant

Healthy Kids Programs; North Franklin (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs seeks enthusiastic and dedicated individuals for the role of Preschool Teacher Assistant at their Franklin Elementary School location in North Franklin, CT. The position offers a dynamic environment where you will help children through their day, fostering growth, safety, and joyful experiences while engaging with families.

Benefits

Telehealth Benefits

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid Sick Time Off

Career Development

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1 year of experience with kids under 13 preferred but not required.
• Warm, friendly, and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities and homework support.
• Create a safe and fun environment for children.
• Engage with parents through the Playground App.

Skills

People skills

Reliability

Energetic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Description

Description

WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

We are looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Preschool Teacher Assistants for our Franklin Elementary School location in North Franklin, CT.

PAY: $16.35 per hour

JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt

Job Consists Of

• Assist with hands-on activities following our Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering everything from fitness to STEAM, academic adventures, artsy creations, and more! Oh, and don't forget about helping out with homework.
• Create a safe, healthy, and mega-fun environment where kids can thrive. Be the ultimate role model they'll look up to every single day.
• Stay connected with parents and family members via the Playground App, because who doesn't love sharing those precious moments and updates?
• Make sure you're always in the know by following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and our host school's rules like a pro!
  
  

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• You're 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• While having 1 year of experience working with kiddos under 13 is awesome, it's not a must-have. We believe in potential and passion!
• You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt.
• You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with kids!
  
  

Part-time Perks

• Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care
• Vision Insurance: Keep your vision clear—because we want you to see your future with us!
• Dental Insurance: Smile bright with dental coverage that keeps you healthy from the inside out.
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team.
• 401(k) for eligible employees: Yep, we're serious about your future too!
• Paid Sick Time Off: Because your health should always come first.
• Career Development: Level up your skills and expertise on us!
• Growth Opportunities: We’re growing and we need people to grow with us!
  
  

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

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• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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• Industries

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