Part-Time Afternoon Preschool Education Coordinator

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood is seeking an Education Coordinator to support the Managing Director of Early Childhood Education and the Education Department for a preschool program serving 120+ children ages two through five. The role is part-time, primarily afternoons and Extended Day, with a 42-week schedule.

The coordinator will assist with classroom needs, family communication, and documentation, bringing warmth, creativity, and collaboration to a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree 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 and day-to-day program needs.
• Help ensure Extended Day runs smoothly and that children and families have a positive experience.
• Assist with communication with families and address concerns as needed.
• Help maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.
• Support teachers with classroom materials, resources, and curriculum-related needs.
• Maintain 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

Warmth

Creativity

Flexibility

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood is seeking an Education Coordinator to support the Managing Director of Early Childhood Education and the Education Department for a preschool program serving 120+ children ages two through five. The role is part-time, primarily afternoons and Extended Day, with a 42-week schedule.

The coordinator will assist with classroom needs, family communication, and documentation, bringing warmth, creativity, and collaboration to a supportive team.