Aftercare Assistant

Position Type: Part-Time 10-Month School Year Position
Schedule: Follows the local school district calendar
Hours: Aftercare hours typically 2:30 PM6:30 PM
Pay Range: $17.00$19.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications

The YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester is a charitable not-for-profit organization serving communities 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 and support a safe nurturing and engaging preschool aftercare program. This is a part-time 10-month seasonal position that follows the local school district calendar.

The UPK Aftercare Assistant will work alongside the UPK teaching team to provide a positive environment that supports childrens social emotional physical and developmental needs.

• Assist the UPK Teacher with daily aftercare activities including arts and crafts physical activities games and other age-appropriate experiences.
• Provide a safe healthy nurturing and engaging environment for all children.
• Supervise children at all times and maintain required licensing ratios.
• Support classroom routines transitions snack time and daily activities.
• Build positive and professional relationships with children families teachers and YMCA staff.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating the YMCA character values of Caring Honesty Respect and Responsibility.
• Support childrens social-emotional development and encourage positive interactions with peers.
• Assist with classroom organization cleaning and preparation of materials.
• Follow all YMCA policies and procedures including those related to child supervision medical situations emergency procedures and child abuse prevention.
• Communicate any concerns regarding children or the program to the UPK Teacher or Director.
• Participate in required YMCA training and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

• Part-time 10-month seasonal position following the school district calendar
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Hands-on experience working in early childhood education
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work in a school-based preschool program
• Potential opportunities for additional hours based on program needs

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with young children preferred.
• Bachelors Degree Associates Degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in Preschool preferred.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and expectations for children ages 35 preferred.
• Excellent customer service interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers families and YMCA staff.
• Demonstrates maturity responsibility patience and a genuine interest in working with young children.
• Must be able to maintain a safe and positive environment for all children.