Childcare Assistant Teacher

Overview

The Childcare Assistant Teacher is an important part of the YMCA Before and After School Care team. They will be a part of an on-site team assisting children in kindergarten to 5th grade with program activities and developing their skills.

Part-time, Morning and/or Afternoon shifts available

Locations
:
Kingston City Schools, Rondout Valley, and Highland School Districts

Hourly pay rate
: $15.00 -$16.00

This is an evergreen role, meaning we are always accepting applications for this position due to ongoing hiring needs.

• Works under the supervision of a Group Teacher or the Site Leadership team
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all guidelines from the Office of Child and Family Services and YMCA standards
• Create and implement fun and engaging learning experience for children
• Model positive behavior to demonstrate safety, personal safety and safety of others
• Assists students’ needs and conducts individual and group activities according to established curriculum

• Must be at least 18 year of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience working with children
• Excellent communication skills and both oral and written
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: art, helping with homework, songs/music, skits, sports, and recreational games, etc
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training required to be completed along with other trainings after hire

• Retirement contribution, once eligible
• YMCA Membership
• Paid Sick Time

USD $15.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.