Play & Learn Facilitator for Early Childhood & Families

YMCA of Central Massachusetts; Sutton (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA facilities access

Employee Assistance Program

Sick Leave

Job summary

YMCA of Central Massachusetts is seeking a Part-Time Play & Learn Group Facilitator to lead playgroups for children birth to 6 and their parents or caregivers. Under supervision, you will guide developmentally appropriate activities aligned with MA Early Learning Standards and connect families with community resources.

You will foster a warm environment, lead circle time with reading, music & movement, and engage families during playgroups while helping parents access supports and services.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in early childhood education or a minimum of two years of experience working with young children.
• Able to interact and communicate effectively with parents, children and staff.
• Able to implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Must be able to obtain certification in CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention within the first 30 days of hire.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming environment for all children, parents & families.
• Assist children and parent/caregivers in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Lead a circle time using interactive reading techniques and facilitate music & movement.
• Engage with all children and their families during every playgroup.
• Assist parents in accessing parenting information, family support services and community resources.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Collect data required by the grant.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Child development

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in ECE

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Child abuse prevention training

Job description

YMCA of Central Massachusetts is seeking a Part-Time Play & Learn Group Facilitator to lead playgroups for children birth to 6 and their parents or caregivers. Under supervision, you will guide developmentally appropriate activities aligned with MA Early Learning Standards and connect families with community resources.

You will foster a warm environment, lead circle time with reading, music & movement, and engage families during playgroups while helping parents access supports and services.