Job 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 5^th grade with program activities and developing their skills.

Part-time, Morning and/or Afternoon

Locations: Kingston City Schools, New Paltz, Ellenville, Highland, and Marlboro School Districts

Responsibilities:

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.
Complete all OCFS required trainings
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.

Qualifications and Experience:

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

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Assistant Teacher - Childcare