Early Childhood Enrichment Specialist (Flushing YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York•Flushing, NY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking an Early Childhood Enrichment Specialist for the Flushing YMCA. This role involves planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum to support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of preschool students. It's an opportunity to build relationships and support adult caregivers in learning how to interact with young children. The position focuses on providing a fun, safe, and positive experience, demonstrating strong service and hospitality, creating an inclusive learning environment, teaching progressive lessons, and embodying YMCA Core Values.

Requirements

Must enjoy working with children ages 3 months to 4 years old.
Highschool Diploma preferred.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Previous experience working with children from birth to 4 years old is required.
Must be willing to take all training required by the YMCA.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with small groups or with multiple people within a customer service field is a plus.
Current CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises participants and all program activities.
Follows all procedures and standards established by the law or the Y, makes ADA accommodations where appropriate, and maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
Nurtures participants through purposeful programming and creates lesson plans that are age-appropriate and focused on a learning goal.
Creates a positive rapport and builds relationships with participants and their primary caregivers.
Provides opportunities for hands-on learning experiences that primary caregivers can support or participate in with the participants.
Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress and connects families to the Y.
Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and training.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Willing to attend staff meetings and training sessions as appropriate.
Comfortable with promoting class, talking about registrations, and program offerings.
Host classes that engage young learners in fun, hands-on educational activities that can be supported by adult caregivers.
Create weekly lesson plans to be submitted to the Early Childhood Director.
Prepare lessons/activities in advance.