Support Staff: Early Childhood Learning

Ymc; Mountain Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Health & Fitness Center access

Pool access

Member discounts

403(b) savings plan

YMCA Retirement Fund

Internal career growth

Paid Sick Time

Child Watch services

Job summary

YMCA is seeking a friendly Support Staff member for our Early Childhood Learning Center to help create a safe, engaging environment for young learners.

You'll assist teachers with daily activities, support play and routines, supervise during meals and transitions, and help maintain a clean, welcoming classroom. Paid training provided; benefits include free YMCA membership and 403(b) eligibility.

Qualifications

• Positive, caring, and dependable individuals.
• Passion for working with young children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to create a safe and inclusive environment for all children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.
• Help create a welcoming, safe environment for children.
• Support children's learning through play, exploration, and positive encouragement.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and transitions.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Job description

Support Staff - Early Childhood Learning CenterDo you love working with children and want to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join our Early Childhood Learning Center team as a Support Staff Member, where you'll play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young learners.This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to help children build confidence, develop social skills and discover a love of learning during some of the most important years of their lives.Shifts Available:Monday - Friday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMMonday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMWhy You'll Love This Role Make a Difference Every DaySupport children's growth, curiosity, and development through positive interactions and hands-on learning experiences. Be Part of a Supportive TeamWork alongside passionate educators who are committed to helping children and one another succeed. Paid training is provided. Gain Valuable ExperiencePerfect for individuals interested in education, childcare, psychology, social work, or youth development careers. Flexible and Rewarding Work EnvironmentWhat You'll DoAssist teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.Help create a welcoming, safe, and engaging environment for children.Support children's learning through play, exploration, and positive encouragement.Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and transitions.Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization.Foster positive relationships with children, families, and staff.Benefits at the YMCA:Free YMCA membership, including access to our brand-new, state-of-the-art Health & Fitness Center, group fitness classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Cycling, and more. Enjoy our regulation-size pool, exclusive member discounts, and special member-only opportunities!Participation in 403(b) savings plan and participation in the YMCA Retirement Fund (based on eligibility requirements).We believe in promoting from within whenever possible and encourage internal career growth. Employees will have first access to opportunities within their or other departments.Paid Sick TimeChild Watch services during employee work hours (up to 2 hours)What We're Looking ForPositive, caring, and dependable individuals.Passion for working with young children.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Ability to create a safe and inclusive environment for all children.Previous childcare experience is helpful but not required.