Job Description
AFTERSCHOOL TEACHER (FOR CHILDREN OF AGE (2-5 y.o.)
The opportunity
Kings Bay Y/ JCC Brooklyn is a community space that connects, uplifts, and inspires. It is a Jewish Community Center with and without walls. Our 4 locations, Nostrand Avenue, Windsor Terrace, North Williamsburg and Clinton Hill are progressive schools based on several wonderful philosophies including the Play-Based Emergent Curriculum. Students are engaged in activities that are both relevant and of great interest to them, including: art, literacy, dance and music. They will use their five senses to explore the world around them and be exposed to a variety of different learning materials.
We welcome everyone from all religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds as we provide a wide array of programs for children and families to explore Jewish culture, values, holidays, and Israel through music, storytelling, art, Hebrew, and food. We offer early childhood programs, summer day camps, after-school and other fun and engaging programs for families
We are seeking a dedicated Part-Time Afterschool Teacher to join our team on a consistent schedule. The Afterschool Teacher will support classroom activities, supervise students, and step in to lead when the lead teacher is unavailable. This role provides essential support to ensure smooth classroom operations, whether during transitions, long-term teacher absences, or in day-to-day classroom needs. The position offers a regular schedule, making it ideal for someone looking for a consistent and rewarding opportunity to contribute to a dynamic learning environment at Kings Bay Y/JCC Brooklyn.
Main Responsibilities
Prepare the classroom starting at 2:30pm for the children prior to the start of after school and on a daily basis.
Take photos throughout the week and send weekly emails to parents
Plan activities for the week ahead of time following the curriculum appropriate for ages 2-4.
Maintain a safe, clean and orderly classroom environment (including the area outside the room as well as cubbies and bulletin boards) in compliance with Department of Health standards.
Leave the classroom in good order each day. Materials should be put away, table surfaces cleaned with a weak bleach solution, and chairs stacked to allow the floors to be cleaned.
Provide positive guidance and must have strong classroom management skills.
Relate to children in a warm, respectful manner and set appropriate and reasonable limits and expectations.
React appropriately and immediately to unexpected circumstances (i.e falling child).
Be able to lift, carry and hold children, to stoop and bend to a child's level throughout the day.
Communicate with parents
Qualifications
College credits in Early Childhood Education (at least 1 year) or Substitute certificate
Experience in leading and instructing childcare students – at least 1 year
Strong English verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms
Flexibility and critical-thinking skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Schedule
Day Shift: 5–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday
After-School Shift: 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Location
14 Hope Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11211
Salary
Salary: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
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