Summer Camp Group Teacher

YMCA OF YONKERS INC•City of Yonkers, NY

3d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Teacher plays a central role in creating a safe, structured, and enriching environment for school-age children enrolled in the Yonkers YMCA School Age Childcare (SACC) program. This position supports the Y’s mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility by facilitating engaging, age-appropriate activities that foster academic success, character development, and positive relationships. Group Teachers work collaboratively with site staff to maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children can achieve, relate, and belong. At the Y, our goal is to support children in three key areas: Achievement: Helping youth reach personal and academic goals. Relationships: Fostering friendships and mentorship through shared experiences. Belonging: Ensuring every child feels valued, included, and connected. Group Teachers are responsible for bringing this mission to life each day through high-quality care, creative engagement, and meaningful connections.

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and at least 1 year of experience working with children
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and 3 years of experience
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification and enrollment in an OCFS-approved study plan toward an Associate’s degree within 2 years
Additional Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
Ability to work with diverse children and families
Strong interpersonal and classroom management skills
Must meet all OCFS eligibility and fingerprinting requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience in afterschool, summer camp, or youth programs preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children by maintaining appropriate supervision, adhering to OCFS ratio requirements, and managing transitions effectively
Plan and implement structured daily activities and lesson plans that are age-appropriate and promote development in literacy, STEM, creative arts, social-emotional learning (SEL), nutrition, physical fitness, and cultural awareness
Facilitate homework support, academic skill-building, and enrichment activities
Create and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming program space, including setup and sanitation of materials
Prepare and lead weekly or seasonal projects such as events, showcases, or group initiatives
Support children’s social-emotional development through positive behavior modeling and guidance strategies aligned with YMCA values
Promote inclusion by supporting diverse learning needs, including children with IEPs or individualized plans
Assist with snack service, creating a calm and engaging mealtime environment
Maintain accurate and timely documentation including attendance, incident reports, and sign-in/out records
Participate in required training, drills, and OCFS-mandated professional development
Collaborate with the Site Coordinator and team to ensure consistency in program delivery and supervision
Build strong relationships with parents and caregivers through communication and engagement
Represent YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all interactions