Group Teacher School Age Childcare (SACC)

Job DetailsJob Location: Yonkers, NY 10701Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 HourlyJob Title Group Teacher – School Age Childcare (SACC) Status Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Pay Rate $18.00 per hour Department Childcare Reports To Site Coordinator – School Age Childcare (SACC) Position Summary The Group Teacher creates a safe, structured, and enriching environment for school-age children enrolled in the YMCA of Yonkers School Age Childcare program. This role supports youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility by delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote academic success, character development, and positive relationships. Group Teachers collaborate with site staff to maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children can achieve, relate, and belong. Essential Functions • Ensure health, safety, and well-being of all children through active supervision and adherence to OCFS ratio requirements • Plan and implement structured, age-appropriate daily activities supporting literacy, STEM, arts, SEL, nutrition, fitness, and cultural awareness • Facilitate homework help, enrichment activities, and academic skill-building • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming program space; set up and sanitize materials as needed • Lead weekly or seasonal projects such as showcases, group initiatives, or culminating events • Support children’s social-emotional growth using positive behavior guidance and strength-based approaches • Promote inclusion by accommodating diverse learning needs and supporting children with IEPs or individualized plans • Assist with snack/meal service and promote positive, family-style dining experiences • Maintain accurate documentation including attendance, incident reports, sign-in/out logs, and developmental records • Participate in required trainings, drills, and OCFS professional development requirements • Collaborate with Site Coordinator and staff to ensure program consistency and safety • Build strong relationships with parents and caregivers through communication and engagement • Represent YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all interactions Leadership Competencies • Communication and Influence • Developing Self and Others • Program and Project Management • Child and Family Engagement Qualifications Must meet one of the following: • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and at least one year of experience working with children • Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and three years of experience • Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and enrollment in an OCFS-approved study plan leading to an Associate’s degree within two years Additional Requirements: • Must be at least 18 years of age • CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days • Demonstrated ability to work with diverse children and families • Strong interpersonal and classroom management skills • Experience in afterschool, school-age, or youth programs preferred • Must meet all OCFS eligibility and fingerprinting requirements • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Schedule / Availability School-Year Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Additional Availability Required: • Half Days: 11:15 AM – 6:00 PM • Vacation Camp Days: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Work Environment and Physical Demands • Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors • Ability to move throughout program space and participate in activities • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds • Flexibility to support different sites or assignments within the SACC programQualifications