After School Early Childhood Instructor

Pay Rate: $25/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm

NY Kids Club & NY Preschool is inspiring today’s children to succeed in tomorrow’s world with our love for play— and we have immediate openings for an After School Early Childhood Instructor to join our growing team!

Our mission is to instill a lifelong love of learning with our engaging curriculum, taught in a safe, dynamic and supportive environment and designed to enrich every child throughout their educational journey.

We pride ourselves on an environment that allows you to find a sense of belonging, learn from your diverse teammates, who have a great sense of humor, and take pride in everything they do; if that sounds like you, join us!

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of early childhood development and be passionate about creating a positive, engaging, and supportive community for young children and their families. This role involves teaching a variety of courses aimed at children and/or their caregivers, ranging from preschool prep to, art and STEM classes, to movement-based activities in our play space/gym. The candidate will be tasked with helping facilitate sessions that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with our child-centered approach.

Here’s what a After School Early Childhood Instructor's day looks like:

• Safety is number one! Ensure each student's health and safety at all times through adherence to our daily protocols.
• Lead enrichment classes for children ranging from 6 months to 8 years
• Use play-based learning approaches to engage children in exploration, creativity, and problem-solving.
• Teach our curriculum, differentiating to meet the needs of individual participants.
• Create a complete experience from the moment our families walk in the door to when they leave by maintaining the highest level of customer service possible
• Support parent, family, and children play groups and communities
• Model open-mindedness, creativity, empathy, and enthusiasm for learning!

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

This job is for you if you:

• Have a BA or MA in ECE or related field + New York State Early Childhood Initial or Permanent Certification in N-6 or B-2 OR
• Have a BA in any subject OR 90 undergrad credits + 1 Year Experience + Enrollment in ECE program OR
• Have an AS in ECE + 1 Year Experience + Enrollment in ECE program OR
• Have a BA in ECE + 2 Years Experience
• Have 2+ years of experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of early childhood teaching practices and development principles.
• Ability to create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with young children and their families.

Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

What’s in it for you:

• Dental, and Vision Benefits (Part-Time)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Savings and Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Commuter Program
• Discounted Fitness membership

Physical Demands:

The role involves standing, walking, sitting, constant movement, and occasional climbing. The ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds is required. Specific sensory abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

NY Kids Club & NY Preschool is committed to an inclusive and diverse community. We celebrate differences, leading with kindness and respect. We are an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination based on various factors.

Accommodations:

The NY Kids Club complies with ADA requirements. If you need accommodation in completing the application, please contact interview@nykidsclub.com.