Program/Activities Assistant

New Canaan Community Ymca; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New Canaan YMCA is seeking part-time Program/Activities Assistants to teach and support a range of youth programs in New Canaan, CT. We offer flexible scheduling and opportunities to make a real impact while having fun.

Responsibilities include leading games, crafts, and activities during school breaks and weekends, on-site babysitting services, and creating adaptable activity plans for ages 5–12. CPR/First Aid is preferred, and reliability is essential.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children (ages 5-12).
• Must be dependable and reliable for scheduled hours.
• Should possess great class management skills while being patient, kind, energetic, responsive, and engaging.
• Should have the ability to create and adapt activity plans for varying ages.
• Must exercise good judgement when teaching children’s activities and ensure that children are safe and accounted for in all program areas.
• Recognize any safety concerns regarding the use of the equipment and/or off-site venues where programming takes place.
• Must be able to work reliably and independently with a willingness to actively engage and give clear directions to parents and children.
• CPR and First Aid experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support a range of youth programs.
• Lead games, crafts, and adventures during school breaks and weekends.
• On-site babysitting services.
• Provide a safe, inclusive and fun environment for participants.

Skills

Child engagement

Teamwork

Flexibility

Dependability

Activity planning

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: New Canaan, CT 06840

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $16.94 - $25.00 Hourly

Are you dependable, energetic, and love working with kids? The New Canaan YMCA is looking for awesome individuals to join our team!

We offer flexible scheduling and a variety of exciting opportunities where you can make a real impact — all while having fun.

We’re currently hiring for part-time roles as Program/Activities Assistants to teach and support a range of youth programs, including:

• Ski & Board Club Counselors - (No ski/board experience required — just bring your energy and enthusiasm!)


• Recreational Athletics - (all athletic/sports backgrounds welcome!)


• Gymnastics & Parkour


• Vacation Camps & Drop-in Activities - (lead games, crafts, and adventures during school breaks and weekends)


• On-Site Babysitting services

What we are looking for in applicants:

• Reliable and responsible individuals


• A positive attitude and team spirit


• Enjoy (and have experience) working with children of all ages


• Available for flexible scheduling (we will work with you!)

Whether you're a student, a parent looking for part-time work, or someone who loves working with kids, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.


• Previous experience working with children (preferably ages 5-12).


• Must be dependable and reliable for scheduled hours.


• Should possess great class management skills while being patient, kind, energetic, responsive, and engaging.


• Should have the ability to create and adapt activity plans for varying ages.


• Must exercise good judgement when teaching children’s activities and ensure that children are safe and accounted for in all program areas.


• Recognize any safety concerns regarding the use of the equipment and/or off-site venues where programming takes place.


• Must be able to work reliably and independently with a willingness to actively engage and give clear directions to parents and children.


• CPR and First Aid experience is preferred.