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We are looking for a responsible and vivacious Teacher Assistant to join the JCC. The Teacher Assistant actively participates in planning and implementing the curriculum, working with parents, and assessing the needs of individual children under the guidance of the lead teacher. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  
 
o    Assist in establishing and maintaining an environment for children which is clean, safe, stimulating, and which is appropriate for each child’s developmental level 
o    Assist the Lead Teacher with the appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom 
o    Assume an equal share of the housekeeping responsibilities of the staff 
o    Promote healthy eating practices through participating in family-style meals as well as planning and implementing nutritional activities 
o    Meet and maintain licensing requirements for ratio o Assume the role of leadership in absence of the Lead Teacher 
o    Interact with the children in accordance with the developmentally appropriate practices as established by the NAEYC guidelines. 
o    Ability to manage classroom through positive redirection, problem solving, setting appropriate limits, and active listening 
o    Support Lead Teacher in development and implementation of lesson plans

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate’s degree in education or related field preferred
• Certification in child first aid and CPR Preferred
• Experience in an educational or childcare setting preferred
• Exemplary written and spoken communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills; able to work well with a team
• Effective multitasker; can prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines
• Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

o   Lifting and carrying children (up to 25 pounds)

o   Close contact with children

o   Direct supervision of children

o   Diaper changing

o   Assisting children with toileting and hand washing

o   Ability to interact with children on the floor

Hourly Range: $16.30- $18.30

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Summer Camp Teacher Assistant (Full Time, Temporary, end of June through August) 

Hiring Bonus $500

We are looking for a responsible and vivacious Teacher Assistant to join the JCC summer camp. The Teacher Assistant actively participates in planning and implementing the curriculum, working with parents, and assessing the needs of individual children under the guidance of the lead teacher. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  
 
o    Assist in establishing and maintaining an environment for children which is clean, safe, stimulating, and which is appropriate for each child’s developmental level 
o    Assist the Lead Teacher with the appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom 
o    Assume an equal share of the housekeeping responsibilities of the staff 
o    Promote healthy eating practices through participating in family-style meals as well as planning and implementing nutritional activities 
o    Meet and maintain licensing requirements for ratio o Assume the role of leadership in absence of the Lead Teacher 
o    Interact with the children in accordance with the developmentally appropriate practices as established by the NAEYC guidelines. 
o    Ability to manage classroom through positive redirection, problem solving, setting appropriate limits, and active listening 
o    Support Lead Teacher in development and implementation of lesson plans

o    Assisting the children in the outdoor pools; includes getting into the pool with the children

Qualifications: 

o    High school diploma or GED required
o    Associate’s degree in education or related field preferred
o    Certification in child first aid and CPR
o    At least one year of relevant experience in an educational or childcare setting 
o    Exemplary written and spoken communication skills
o    Strong collaboration skills; able to work well with a team
o    Effective multitasker; can prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines
o    Must pass background check before starting employment
o    Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
 
o    Lifting and carrying children o Close contact with children o Direct supervision of children 
o    Diaper changing o Assisting children with toileting and hand washing o Ability to interact with children on the floor 

Weather Conditions
o    Able to work outdoors, in and around the program site. Weather conditions vary from heat/humidity/rain/cold.

Hourly rate: $16.30-$18.30

Interested in applying: Apply here
 

Summer Adventure Awaits! If you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding summer job, look no further. Albany JCC offers a unique opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people, and contribute to a vibrant team. Don't miss out – apply today!

We are looking to fill Summer Camp Lead Teacher positions (Full time, temporary, end of June through August)

Hiring Bonus up to $1000!

Essential Responsibilties:
o    Perform duties as planned under the leadership of the Early Childhood Director. o Greet each child in assigned group 
o    Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child’s family, and encourage their involvement in the program 
o    Daily attendance reports o Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the program o Daily planning and execution of all classroom and outdoor activities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving; appropriate to the developmental levels of the children 
o    Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children, with an emphasis on language development and emergent literacy skills 
o    Encourage children to participate o Play with the children, including getting down on the floor to interact with children. 
o    Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials appropriate to the developmental levels of the children 
o    Support the social and emotional development of children 

o    Assist children in the outdoor pools including getting into the pool with them. 

Qualifications: 

o    Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education Required, minimum of CDA  
o    First aid/CPR certificate
o    Satisfactory completion of background check.
o    At least 3-5 years’ experience working in an early childhood setting with at least 1-2 years of head teacher experience 
o    Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
o    Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and the program
o    Exemplary written and spoken communication skills
o    Strong collaboration skills; able to work well with a team
o    Effective multitasker; can prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines
o    Must pass background check before starting employment 

WEATHER CONDITIONS

• Able to work outdoors, in and around the program site. Weather varies from Heat/humidity/ cold/rain.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
o    Lifting and carrying children o Close contact with children o Direct supervision of children 
o    Diaper changing o Assisting children with toileting and hand washing o Ability to interact with children on the floor 

Hourly rate: $18.30-$20.30

Interested in applying: Apply here

"Summer Adventure Awaits! If you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding summer job, look no further. Albany JCC offers a unique opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people, and contribute to a vibrant team. Don't miss out – apply today!

Albany JCC seeking local area staff to work at AJCC, 340 Whitehall Rd. for Monday to Friday. Hours are 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:30am-5:30pm running activities during this time and helping with child supervision during the summer.  This position is from late June to late August with potential school year work opportunities with afterschool or school break Vacation Camps.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be at least 16 years old. Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Able to work outdoors, in and around the program site, and at offsite locations for field trips that occur indoors and outdoors, etc.
• Assist Site Director with inspection of program area and equipment for safety concerns.
• CPR/1st Aid preferred.

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to be outdoors during the majority of Summer Camp hours.
• Will include moving/lifting equipment, cabinets, etc.
• Ability to Lift up to 25 pounds

Weather conditions: Weather will vary from heat/humidity/rain/cold.

Hourly Range: $15.50- $16.00

Interested?  Apply here

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