Part Time Teacher Assistants

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to community strength. This role as a Teacher Assistant involves supporting the Head Teacher in implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children. You'll play a crucial part in fostering a positive learning environment, encouraging exploration and self-image development. The YMCA is committed to inclusivity and offers a supportive community for individuals from all backgrounds. If you're passionate about child development and making a difference, this position is a fantastic opportunity to grow within an esteemed organization.

Benefits

FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation

10% Discount on programming

Access to retirement program from day one

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive community for all backgrounds

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience with young children in a group setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of children through close supervision.
• Assist in creating and leading developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Positive Social Interactions

Classroom Management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: gscymca.org

Somerset Hills YMCA is seeking qualified Teacher Assistants who will assist the Head Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum. At the Y, our curriculum encourages learning through exploration and discovery, and promotes the development of a positive self-image. Our Teacher Assistants report to the Head Teacher and are responsible for assisting with Arts & Crafts projects, conducting “circle time”, helping during lunch/snacks and diapering/potty training (room specific). Our Teacher Assistants model positive social interactions and language, and implement positive class management techniques and strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program, by providing close supervision of all activities.
2. Assist Head Teacher in creating and leading developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
3. Work as a supportive team member.
4. Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment, by reporting and/or removing all potential hazards and by setting up spaces and materials with a focus on supporting child learning.
5. Maintain accurate program documentation including, but not limited to incident, accident and behavior reports, attendance sheets, sign-in/sign-out sheets, development and growth forms; document eating and sleeping, as well as any areas of concern.
6. Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
7. Other activities and duties as needed that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members.
8. Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Requirements

Desired Skills & Experience:

1. High School diploma
2. Minimum of one year of experience working with young children in a group setting.
3. Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

The ideal candidate would be available for the FULL Year!

HOURS:

1. Morning (9am-2pm)
2. After School (3-6pm)

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:

1. FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
2. 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
3. Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
4. Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
5. Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug-free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.