Are you passionate about working with  young children, families and new parents? Are you interested in serving as a resource for new parents and families to learn more about their child's development and early literacy skills? If so, please consider applying and joining the YMCA Family & Community Partnership Program's team located at Sutton, MA and surround Central Massachusetts area. 

Under the supervision of the program director, the Play & Learn Group Facilitator will lead playgroups with children, from infants up to children age 6 years old, and their parent/caregiver with curriculum based on the Massachusetts Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Create a warm and welcoming environment for all children, parents & families.
• Assist children and parent/caregivers in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Lead a circle time using interactive reading techniques and facilitate music & movement.
• Engage with all children and their families during every playgroup.
• Assist parents in accessing parenting information, family support services and community resources.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Collect data required by the grant.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in early childhood education or a related field OR a minimum of two years of experience working with young children.
• Able to interact and communicate effectively with parents, children and staff.
• Able to implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Must be able to obtain certification in CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention within the first 30 days of hire.
• Abe to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Schedule: Flexible hours at 4-8 hours/week, performed on weekdays only.

Job Type: Part-Time Hourly

Pay & Benefits: Starting at $16.00 per hour based on experience. Plus, Access to YMCA facilities (gym, pool ect. at local branches) for all YMCA employees, Employee Assistance Program, and Sick Leave.

If you are interested and qualified for the position, then please submit your online application and resume today!

About Us:

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Central Massachusetts provides an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences and the richness of diversity, resulting in strengthening the foundation of community through our pillars of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts includes our 6 branches: Central Community Branch (Worcester, MA), Greendale Family Branch (Worcester, MA), Boroughs Family Branch (Westborough, MA), Montachusett Community Branch (Fitchburg, MA), Leominster Community Branch (Leominster, MA), and Tri Community Branch (Southbridge, MA).