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Aftercare Assistant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Hawthorne, NV - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 17 - 19
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
15 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
12 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
UPK Aftercare Assistant
Position Type: Part-Time 10-Month School Year Position
Schedule: Follows the local school district calendar
Pay Range: $17.00$19.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Follows the local school district calendar
Pay Range: $17.00$19.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Position Summary
The YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester is a charitable not-for-profit organization serving 66 zip codes throughout Putnam and Westchester counties. The YMCA is committed to strengthening the community through youth development healthy living and social responsibility.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic UPK Aftercare Assistant to join our team of educators and support a high-quality safe and engaging preschool experience for children. This is a part-time ten-month seasonal position that follows the local school district calendar.
The UPK Aftercare Assistant will work alongside the UPK teaching team to provide a nurturing environment that supports childrens social emotional physical and academic development.
UPK Aftercare Assistant Responsibilities
- Assist the UPK Teacher with daily preschool program activities including academic enrichment physical activities arts and crafts and other classroom experiences.
- Provide a safe healthy and engaging environment while ensuring compliance with YMCA and licensing regulations.
- Supervise children and support classroom routines and transitions.
- Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating the YMCA character values of respect responsibility caring and honesty.
- Build positive relationships with children families and staff members.
- Follow all YMCA policies and procedures including those related to medical situations and emergency procedures.
- Support classroom cleanliness organization and preparation of materials.
UPK Aftercare Assistant Benefits
- Ten-month seasonal position following the school district calendar
- Professional development opportunities
- Hands-on experience working in early childhood education
- Supportive team environment
- Convenient school-based locations
UPK Aftercare Assistant Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Experience working with young children preferred
- Pursuing a Bachelors Degree and/or Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in Preschool preferred
- Excellent customer service interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers families and YMCA staff
UPK Aftercare Assistant Position Locations
ELC White Plains
148 Hamilton Avenue
White Plains NY 10601
148 Hamilton Avenue
White Plains NY 10601
ELC Valhalla
2 Broadway
Valhalla NY 10595
2 Broadway
Valhalla NY 10595
ELC Hawthorne
170 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne NY 10532
170 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne NY 10532
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Driven by its founding mission, the Y has served as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community for more than 175 years.
