Preschool Counselor - Part-Time - Nurture & Learn

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood is seeking a part-time preschool counselor to support learning and social development in the classroom. You will work directly with children, help set up and clean up activities, and assist the teaching team to help children learn and grow.

Hours are 8:00am–1:00pm or 1:00pm–5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with a pay rate of $18 per hour. The role emphasizes safety, nurturing support, and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience with young children in a group setting.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Arts, theater, music and literacy skills a plus.
• Punctual, dependable and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with students to support and enhance learning within the classroom.
• Set up and clean-up activities within classroom learning centers.
• Support children’s emotional and social growth in a warm, nurturing environment.
• Ensure safety by assisting with routines and schedules.
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure smooth classroom operation.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Childdevelopment support

Creativity (arts, theater, music)

Job description

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood is seeking a part-time preschool counselor to support learning and social development in the classroom. You will work directly with children, help set up and clean up activities, and assist the teaching team to help children learn and grow.

Hours are 8:00am–1:00pm or 1:00pm–5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with a pay rate of $18 per hour. The role emphasizes safety, nurturing support, and collaborative teamwork.