Employment

Employment

Head Teachers - Early Childhood Education (Full time- 12 Month Classification)

We are looking for a responsible and vivacious Head Teacher to join the team. The Early Education Head Teacher is responsible for the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care, which may include toddlers and/or preschool age children; develops partnerships with birth parents/child’s caregivers to engage and encourage parent participation in the program. He/She is also responsible for assuring compliance with codes of all State and local governing contracting agencies; and works collegially with other staff members.  

Hourly range: $17.80- $19.80

For more information, please click here. Please send a cover letter and resume to Jobs@AlbanyJCC.org 

Teacher Assistants (Full and Part Time Available – 12 Month Classification)

The Albany JCC is looking for Teaching Assistants in an award-winning Early Childhood Center. Related experience preferred. For more information, please click here.

Hourly Range: $15.80- $17.80

Please send cover letter and resume to Jobs@AlbanyJCC.org 

Aquatics Lifeguard

Maintains constant surveillance of our members; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of our members and guest members in the event of an emergency. Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services. Please send cover letter and resume to Jobs@AlbanyJCC.org  

  • Must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid Certification 
  • Must have a good fitness level 
  • Presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service. 
  • Reliable, responsible, excellent communication and time management. 
  • Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility. 

Hourly Range: $16.00-$17.00

Afterschool Pre-K Qualified Staff wanted!

Albany JCC is seeking Pre-K qualified childcare candidates, ages 20+, to assist one of our 2 afterschool sites in Albany for Pre-K and Kindergarten children, ages 4-5 years old from September to late June. The hours are 2-5:30 p.m. for offsite locations. Candidates must have at least 1 year experience with Pre-K, and at least 60 credits (Associate's degree minimum) that includes over 9 credits in Early Childhood, Education, Human Development, or Child Psychology. A CDA for Pre-K children also counts towards the requirements. Training and background check clearances are required before the start date

Hourly Range: $16.80- $17.30

For more information, please click here. Submit resumes and three letters of reference to Jobs@AlbanyJCC.org 

Summer Camp Senior Counselors

Albany JCC Summer Camps seeks two Senior Counselors from July 1-August 16, 2024. Hours are 8:00am-4:00pm running activities during this time and helping with child supervision during camp.  Candidates must be at least 18 years old and able to work all 7 weeks of the summer. CPR/1st Aid preferred.

Hourly Range: $15.00- $15.50

For more information about this position please click here. Submit resumes and three letters of reference to Jobs@AlbanyJCC.org 

Executive Office Assistant

Executive Office Assistant

The Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center (JCC) is seeking a full-time Executive Office Assistant who takes initiative, is proactive and helpful, and has a “can-do” attitude!

The Executive Office Assistant will perform confidential and routine administrative tasks to support the agency's administrative directors, which include corresponding via e-mail and phone calls; proactively anticipating daily activity requirements; and contributing to overall administrative support duties that lead to the success of going projects, along with projecting future needs. This position will also be responsible for all interactions with the Board of Directors, coordinating meetings, prepare packets for Board meetings and create and maintain minutes.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma is required; Associate degree is preferred
  • At least (2) years of experience as an administrative assistant in a similar setting
  • Proficiency with computers and relevant software, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, & PowerPoint), along with audio/visual equipment and social media
  • Professional communication style and courteous demeanor
  • Ability to multi-task and assess/respond to a variety of non-routine tasks in a dynamic work environment, while working independently and as part of a team
  • Strong problem solving, judgement, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
  • Must maintain a commitment to the JCC’s core values

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Monday- Friday 40hrs/week

Member Services Representative
Job Title: Member Service Staff
Department: Fitness
Rate: $15.00/hour
Hours: Weekend mornings
 
The Welcome Center is the front desk in our main lobby and is the hub which serves as a resource center for members, guests and staff. A qualified candidate will be able to provide "grade A" customer service in a fast-paced environment while communicating information about our events and programs and creating a friendly and welcoming environment for all who enter.
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 1+ years customer service experience, Ability to work well independently

Benefits/Perks: Complimentary individual membership to the fitness facility and indoor/oudoors pools.

Group Fitness Instructor
Job Title: Group Fitness Instructor
Department: Fitness
Rate: Starting at $23/hr
Hours: 1-2 hours/week

The instructor will collaborate closely with other group exercise instructors providing the best experience possible for our members and guests. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to multi­task and provide a safe fitness class based on their area of instruction. This is a part time position 1-2hrs/week.

  • Current CPR/AED and first aid certification required.
  • A positive, up beat spirit, “can do” attitude and great sense of fun.
  • Up to date Certification in appropriate areas for class instructing, prefer Yoga/Spinning certs.

Pay: $23/hr

Benefits/Perks: Complimentary individual membership to the fitness facility and indoor/oudoors pools.

Fitness Coach/Floor Attendant (Part Time)
Job Title: Fitness Coach/Floor Attendant
Department: Fitness
Rate: $15.00/hr
Hours: Weekend mornings 4-6/hr shifts; up to 8hrs/week Mon-Fri
 
The Fitness Coach will provide safe and effective exercise prescription to clients. Sell personal training packages. Work weekly floor hours to help members on gym floor. Hold personal training clients accountable. Keep weights and equipment neat and orderly. Clean gym equipment.
  •  Current CPR/AED and first aid certification required
  • A positive, up beat spirit, “can do” attitude and great sense of fun.
  • Minimum 1 year or proof of basic understanding of fitness

Benefits/Perks: Complimentary individual membership to the fitness center and indoor/outdoor pools.

Paid Time Off
Paid Time Off

JCC offers generous paid time off benefits to help you rest and recharge.  It includes Holidays, Sick, Personal, and Vacation.

Healthcare & Wellness and more...
Healthcare & Wellness and more...

The JCC offers multiple Health, Dental and Vision plans to help employees live longer and healthier lives. We also offer voluntary AFLAC and have 401k and matching plans.

Retirement & Financial Planning
Retirement & Financial Planning

The JCC cares about your retirement! We offer programs to help our employees plan for their retirement needs, including 401k and Roth IRA retirement account options.

Fitness & Aquatics Membership and Discounts
Fitness & Aquatics Membership and Discounts

At the JCC we provide a complementary Fitness & Aquatics membership to all our employees. Use of both our indoor pool and outdoor pool are also included! Additionally, employees receive discounted pricing on a wide range of Programming and Events!

How to Apply

Resumes or Applications can also be mailed/dropped off to: 

Sidney Albert Jewish Community Center 
340 Whitehall Road 
Albany, NY 12208 
Attn: Human Resources 
Email: Jobs@AlbanyJCC.org 
Fax: (518) 459-0929 

Please Make Sure to Notate the Specific Position in Which You Are Applying. Applications for employment are also available at our front desk during our general operating hours 

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.