Preschool Enrichment Coach – Movement, STEM & Arts

New Canaan Community Ymca; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New Canaan YMCA seeks a Preschool Enrichment Instructor to lead arts, music, movement, STEM and more for preschool and youth engaging activities. The role focuses on safe, age-appropriate lessons and fostering creativity in a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include planning, supervising, and adapting activities to fit each child, while maintaining a positive, professional attitude and communication with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with preschool-aged children
• Experience in childcare, recreation, education, camp, or youth programming
• Energetic, patient, creative and enthusiastic personality
• Ability to engage young children through play, movement and hands-on activities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable and able to work well in a team
• Positive, professional attitude in a busy children's program

Responsibilities

• Lead activities such as arts and crafts, music and movement, sports, games, and STEM exploration
• Encourage children to participate, explore new activities and develop social, emotional, physical and creative skills
• Provide positive encouragement and guidance while helping children build confidence and independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming activity environment
• Set up and put away equipment, supplies and spaces
• Supervise children and maintain group safety practices
• Follow YMCA policies including health, safety, supervision and emergencies
• Communicate positively with children, parents/guardians and staff
• Adapt activities to developmental needs and abilities
• Lead transitions, routines and daily activities
• Create a fun and inclusive environment for every child
• Guide Preschool Enrichment Assistant with knowledge and leadership
• Provide lesson plans to Assistant Director 2 weeks before program session
• Report safety or behavioral concerns to supervisor
• Attend required abuse risk management training
• Report any policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting requirements
• Job description may be changed by supervisor

Job description

New Canaan YMCA seeks a Preschool Enrichment Instructor to lead arts, music, movement, STEM and more for preschool and youth engaging activities. The role focuses on safe, age-appropriate lessons and fostering creativity in a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include planning, supervising, and adapting activities to fit each child, while maintaining a positive, professional attitude and communication with parents and staff.