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Childcare Head Teacher - After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Mansfield Center, CT • 8h ago

Mansfield, CT (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=18+Kinney+Hollow+Rd+Mansfield+CT+USA+06250)

Job Type

Part-time

Description

We are hiring for Head Teachers for our After School Program for the 2026-2027 school year at Union School in Union, CT

JOB STATUS:Part-Time, Non-Exempt

LOCATION:Union School in Union, CT

PAY:$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

HOURS:3:00 - 6:00 pm

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.

Key Responsibilities

Program Compliance:Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.

Program Leadership:Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.

Program Management:Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.

Family Communication:Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.

Team Collaboration:Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment. Together, you will ensure high-quality care, strong staff morale, and proactive problem-solving.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Candidates must meetoneof the following:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, at least 360 hours of documented, supervised experience in a family childcare home, childcare center, or group childcare home, and at least one semester of student teaching with preschool-aged children.

Current Center-Based Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and at least 1,080 hours of documented, supervised experience working directly with children in a legally operating childcare center serving children through preschool.

Minimum of 12 credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and at least 1,080 hours of documented, supervised experience in a qualifying childcare center.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).

Demonstrates a warm, friendly, and positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.

Maintains a high level of professionalism; dependable and punctual.

Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs., and actively engage in all activities required to safely supervise and keep up with children.

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

Employer-paid childcarefor 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

Career development and growth opportunities

About Healthy Kids ProgramsHealthy 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.

Learn more about working with us: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.

Salary Description

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

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