Pre-K Lead Teacher – Before & After School
HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS·Willard, Kansas
HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS·Willard, Kansas
The Lead Teacher plans and implements engaging educational activities including STEAM and fitness while ensuring compliance with state regulations. They are also responsible for managing daily operations, tracking attendance, and maintaining consistent communication with parents via the Playground App.
Description Healthy Kids Programs is seeking an energetic and passionate Pre-K Lead Teacher to join our Before & After School Programs for the 2026–2027 school year. In this role, you will support daily program operations, help create a safe, engaging, and positive experience for children, families, and staff.
Location: Monroeville Elementary School in Monroeville, OH
Part-time, non-exempt PAY: $15.00 per hour
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.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Candidate must have one of the following: Associate's degree in Child Development, Child Development Certificate. Six college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and Nine college credits in Education, Psychology, Health Care, Nursing, or any other field related to child growth or development.
Must be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB). Demonstrates a positive, friendly demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members. Dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance. Able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, and meet the physical demands of working with 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 Career development and growth opportunities
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.
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.
Market context
In Kansas, Pre-K Lead Teacher before- and after-school roles often draw steady interest because programs need educators who can support early learning, supervision, and family routines outside the standard school day. Competition can be stronger when employers require an Associate’s degree in Child Development, a professional certificate, related ECE credits, physical lifting capacity, and medical clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, including employer-paid childcare, telehealth, vision, dental, and Aflac supplemental plans, then confirm your credentials and readiness to meet the physical expectations before applying.
