Classroom Assistant

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Soundview Family YMCA in Branford, CT is seeking a part-time Classroom Assistant to support early childhood and school-age classrooms. You will help implement developmentally appropriate activities, assist with daily routines, supervision, and family communication in line with YMCA policies.

You will model core values, maintain safety, keep attendance and incident records, and participate in trainings. Must be at least 16, CPR/First Aid, and able to obtain required YMCA trainings within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and able to work part-time.
• Demonstrates positive role-modeling and professionalism.
• Ability to stay calm, observant, and safety-conscious.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Models YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with children, families, and staff.
• Assists with daily routines, supervision, and behavior support to ensure safety and positive engagement.
• Helps prepare and lead age-appropriate activities under supervision; maintains organized learning spaces.
• Maintains required ratios and active, visual supervision at all times; follows check-in/out procedures and confidentiality.
• Follows YMCA policies, emergency procedures, and mandated reporting; attends required trainings.

Skills

Child supervision

Classroom management

Communication with families

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Location Soundview Family YMCA,628 East Main Street,Branford, CT, 06405,United States
• Base Pay $16.94 - $21.18 / Hour
• Job Category Classroom Support & Instruction, Child Supervision & Safety, Teamwork & Family Engagement
• Employee Type Non-Exempt PT

Contact information

• Name Lynn B. Wheeler
• Phone [phone] x 3208
• Email [e-mail]

Description

This position supports the mission and work of the Y by assisting in the daily operation of early childhood and/or school-age classrooms. The Classroom Assistant helps implement developmentally appropriate activities, maintains a safe and welcoming environment, and supports routines, supervision, and family communication in alignment with YMCA policies and licensing/health standards.

Essential Functions

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with children, families, and staff.
• Assists with daily routines (arrival, snack/meals, transitions, dismissal), supervision, and behavior support to ensure safety and positive engagement.
• Helps prepare and lead age-appropriate activities under the direction of classroom leads/supervisors; maintains clean, organized, and ready learning spaces.
• Maintains required ratios and active, visual supervision at all times; remains alert and responsive to child needs and environmental risks.
• Supports accurate records (attendance, incident/accident reports, medication/allergy notes) and follows check-in/out procedures and confidentiality standards.
• Follows YMCA policies, emergency procedures, and mandated reporting/abuse-prevention protocols. Attends required meetings and trainings.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old; experience working with children preferred.
• Demonstrates positive role-modeling, reliability, and professionalism; communicates effectively with children and adults in a diverse community.
• Ability to remain calm, observant, and safety-conscious; follows direction and adapts to changing needs across SACC and ECE settings.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED (or ability to obtain within 60 days), and completion of required YMCA trainings.

Summary

The Classroom Assistant position Supports delivery of enriching, age-appropriate activities in school-age programs. Assists with daily routines, homework help, and supervision to promote a safe, inclusive environment.

Join our YMCA team and make a lasting impact by helping children learn, grow, and thrive every day.