What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Assistant Teachers (FT/PT) position at Westfield Area YMCA?
Description
The Westfield Area YMCA is looking for part-time and full-time Assistant Teachers to join our team! Candidates must be energetic and highly motivated with strong communication skills.
The Assistant Teacher works together with the Head Teacher while implementing planned activities and curriculum to promote youth development, social responsibility and healthy living. The ideal candidate is reliable, flexible with their schedule, has experience working with children (infant –5 years old) and has a genuine interest in teaching/education.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assisting Teacher with daily classroom activities
Ability to follow instructions and provide support
Aiding in preparing materials for lessons
Supervising and interacting with children
Creating a nurturing and warm environment
Available shifts:
Part-Time: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 2:00pm
Full-Time: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Benefits:
Free Y Membership
Discounts on select child care programs
Retirement Savings Plan 403(b)
Monday – Friday schedule
Follows the Westfield school calendar (Sept – June)
Full-Time Employees also receive:
- Complimentary YMCA Family Membership
- Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 100% contribution towards life insurance and long term disability
- Optional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Access to one of the leading retirement programs “Y Retirement Fund” with a 12% company contribution to the fund after meeting the eligibility period.
- A rewarding career with professional growth
- Reduced program fees and child care discounts in select programs
- Classroom trainings and CDA scholarships offered thru GROW NJ
The Westfield Area YMCA is a nonprofit human service organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual and family in the communities it serves through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
The YMCA is a great place to work and to be a part of the community! For more information, please visit our website: https://westfieldynj.org/
Requirements
Requirements
- CDA; or AA Degree in a related field; or HS degree and 1 year experience working with children
- Strong communication skills required
- Creativity, initiative and flexibility are essential
