Part-Time Childcare Group Teacher — Inspire & Guide Kids

YMCA of Kingston and Ulster; Rondout (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Kingston and Ulster in Kingston, NY is seeking a Part-time Childcare Group Teacher for the Before and After School Care team. The role involves supervising a group of children, planning activities, and developing skills for kindergarten to 5th grade, with on-site teamwork.

Responsibilities include completing OCFS trainings, maintaining safety and cleanliness, attending staff meetings, following YMCA policies, and building positive relations with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• 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 in art, helping with homework, songs/music, skits, sports, and recreational games is a plus.
• 1 year experience working with children under 13 is required.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training required 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 those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• All staff are required to participate in trainings to reduce the risk of child abuse and understand their abuse risk management responsibilities.

Skills

Childcare

Communication with parents

Safety awareness

Training participation

Education

High school diploma

Associates in Child Development

Tools

CPR

First Aid

AED

Job description

YMCA of Kingston and Ulster in Kingston, NY is seeking a Part-time Childcare Group Teacher for the Before and After School Care team. The role involves supervising a group of children, planning activities, and developing skills for kindergarten to 5th grade, with on-site teamwork.

Responsibilities include completing OCFS trainings, maintaining safety and cleanliness, attending staff meetings, following YMCA policies, and building positive relations with parents and staff.