Support Staff: Early Childhood Learning

Lakeland Hills YMCA; Mountain Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid training

403(b) savings plan

Job summary

Lakeland Hills YMCA in Mountain Lakes, NJ is seeking a part-time Support Staff member for the Early Childhood Learning Center. You will assist teachers with daily classroom activities and help maintain a welcoming, safe environment for young children.

Join our team to support children's growth through play, exploration, and positive encouragement, with paid training and opportunities for growth. Flexible day shifts are available at a YMCA facility.

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.
• Previous childcare experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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.

Skills

Positive attitude

Caring

Dependable

Teamwork

Communication

Safe environment

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 100 FANNY ROAD - MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ 07046, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day,

Support Staff - Early Childhood Learning Center

Do 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 PM
• Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Why You'll Love This Role

Make a Difference Every Day
Support children's growth, curiosity, and development through positive interactions and hands-on learning experiences.

Be Part of a Supportive Team
Work alongside passionate educators who are committed to helping children and one another succeed. Paid training is provided.

Gain Valuable Experience
Perfect for individuals interested in education, childcare, psychology, social work, or youth development careers.

Flexible and Rewarding Work Environment

What You'll Do

• Assist 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 Time
• Child Watch services during employee work hours (up to 2 hours)

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.
• Previous childcare experience is helpful but not required.