Location and Job Title:

Part-Time Assistant Teacher
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
54 Nagle Ave
New York, NY 10040

Principal Responsibilities:

Early Childhood Education at the Y

The Y is a nurturing and inclusive early childhood education center dedicated to supporting the growth and development of young learners. We foster a safe, engaging, and play-based environment where children can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Early Childhood Assistant Teacher for our Extended Day program (2:00 - 6:00). The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children, demonstrates patience and creativity, and is committed to early childhood development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist children with transition to extended day setting
• Support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play
• Assist with afternoon snacks
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff

Status: Part-time, FLSA Non-exempt

Hours: Mon through Fri, 2 pm to 6 pm

Salary: $22 - $24 per hour (Salary commensurate with education)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate's degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Previous experience working with young children (preferred)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a nurturing attitude

WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE

• Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Must pass the background check, medical form and fingerprinting through the Department of Health.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Established in 1917 as one of the first Jewish community centers in New York City, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the Y) is a thriving and visionary not-for-profit human services organization in Northern Manhattan. We welcome people of diverse ethnicities and all ages, from pre-school to older adults, into the Y family with a wide range of educational, recreational and social services and programs that focus on improving the quality of their lives. With a long and distinguished history, the Y is a multi-service community center that is well known for its nurturing environment and non-judgmental philosophy.