Afterschool Early Childhood Coordinator - Part-Time

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,880,000 - 79,901,000; Part time

Job summary

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood is seeking a part-time Education Coordinator to assist the Managing Director and Education Department for a preschool program serving 120+ children aged two to five. The role focuses on afternoon/Extended Day programming, supporting teachers, children, and families, with a warm, collaborative approach.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), NYS Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 2), and 2+ years of early childhood teaching

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in related field preferred.
• Two years early childhood education teaching experience preferred.
• New York State Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 2 or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Managing Director with day-to-day needs of the Education Department during afternoon and Extended Day programming.
• Provide support to teachers and staff with classroom needs, questions, and day-to-day program needs.
• Help ensure Extended Day programming runs smoothly and that children and families have a positive experience.
• Assist with communication with families, including answering questions, sharing information, and helping address concerns as needed.
• Help maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for children, families, and staff.
• Support teachers with classroom materials, resources, and curriculum-related needs.
• Assist with maintaining program records, forms, and other educational documentation.
• Support teachers with child observations, assessments, and developmental documentation as needed.
• Assist with program activities, family events, staff meetings, and other Education Department initiatives.

Skills

Early childhood education experience

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in related field

Job description

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood is seeking a part-time Education Coordinator to assist the Managing Director and Education Department for a preschool program serving 120+ children aged two to five. The role focuses on afternoon/Extended Day programming, supporting teachers, children, and families, with a warm, collaborative approach.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), NYS Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 2), and 2+ years of early childhood teaching