Childcare Group Teacher

YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County in Kingston, NY is seeking a part-time Childcare Group Teacher for the Before and After School Care team. You will supervise a group of children in kindergarten through 5th grade while planning activities aligned with YMCA values.

The role is on-site with morning and/or afternoon shifts across Kingston City Schools and nearby districts. A High School diploma or equivalent is required, with associates preferred, plus CPR/First Aid/AED and Child Abuse Prevention

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Associate in Child Development, Recreation or related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in childcare.
• Experience in art, helping with homework, songs/music, skits, sports, and recreational games is a plus.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training (to be completed after hire).

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Complete all OCFS required trainings.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including medical and disciplinary procedures, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred

Associate in Child Development, Recreation or related field preferred

Job description

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Kingston, NY, US

Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Job Overview: Childcare Group Teacher is a vital role in the YMCA Before and After School Care team. They will be a part of an on-site team organizing and implementing program activities and developing skills for children in kindergarten to 5 th grade.

Part-time, Morning and/or Afternoon

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

Responsibilities:

• Supervises a group of children.


• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.


• Complete all OCFS required trainings


• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.


• Attends staff meetings and trainings.


• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.


• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff.Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.


• All staff are required to participate in trainings to reduce the risk of child abuse to understand their abuse risk management responsibilities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred


• Associates in Child Development, Recreation or related field preferred


• Previous experience working with children preferably in a childcare setting


• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: art, helping with homework, songs/music, skits, sports, and recreational games, etc.


• 1 year experience working with children less than 13 years of age required


• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training required to be completed along with other trainings after hire