Before and After School Pre-K Director​/Lead Teacher- St. Johns

Before and After School Pre-K Director/Lead Teacher
- St. Johns

Recruitment began on February 9, 2026

and the job listing Expires on March 12, 2026

Healthy Kids Programs is looking for a dedicated professional to join our team as Director/Lead Teacher for our Before and/or After School Pre-K program n’s Community School in Monticello, NY. This role involves supporting curriculum implementation and overseeing key administrative responsibilities.

Location:

St John’s Community School in Monticello, NY

Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Hours:

6:50 – 9:15 am and 2:50 – 6:00 pm

Healthy Kids Programs offers a childcare benefit for eligible employees to support work-life balance. This benefit is available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you work.

Curriculum Support:
Partner with the teaching team to ensure effective curriculum implementation and a high-quality learning environment.
Administrative Duties:
Plan, organize, and oversee childcare services, exercising independent judgment in budgeting, policy compliance, and staff training and supervision.

• Community Engagement:
  Work alongside the marketing team to promote our center through open houses, events, and community outreach efforts, aiming to boost enrollment and meet local needs.
• Licensing Compliance:
  Manage operations in compliance with Office of Children and Family Service Day Care regulations, establishing a positive rapport with local OCFS licensors.
• Record-Keeping:
  Maintain comprehensive student records in accordance with OCFS requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Facility Management:
  Oversee the physical space, including procurement of supplies and developmentally appropriate equipment, adhering to ECERs guidelines.
• Staffing:
  Handle all aspects of staffing, from recruitment to training, ensuring a team of highly qualified individuals dedicated to providing top-notch care and service.
• Communication and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Utilize HR and Registration platforms effectively to facilitate smooth operations. Foster open communication with staff, parents, and caregivers, providing resources and support as needed.
• Program Enhancement:
  Become proficient in ECERs, Creative Curriculum, and CLASS observations, integrating these tools into daily operations to enhance program quality.
• Parent Engagement:
  Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences biannually, offering guidance to staff and support to parents as required.

• Crafting Adventures:
  Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using our Curriculum to ignite children’s development across all domains.
• Tracking Progress:
  Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests.
• Smooth Transitions:
  Guide families through the transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten, ensuring every child feels supported every step of the way.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain accurate and up-to-date family and agency records, including attendance and meal logs, ensuring everything runs like a well‑oiled machine.
• Team Support:
  Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page.
• Mentoring Moments:
  Provide functional training and support to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers, helping them grow and thrive in their roles.
• Continuous Learning:
  Dive into ongoing in‑service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids, because we believe in investing in your growth and development every step of the way.

• A Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience in an early childhood setting
• An Associate’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a Bachelor’s degree or a New York State…