Support Staff: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Job DetailsJob Location: 100 FANNY ROAD - MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ 07046Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.92 - $16.50 HourlyJob Shift: DayLocation: Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, Mountain Lakes, NJ
Organization: YMCA
Job Type: Part-Time
Reports To: Childcare Director / Head Teacher

Job Summary

The YMCA is seeking a caring and energetic Childcare Support Staff member to assist in our preschool childcare program. Under the guidance of the Childcare Director and Head Teacher, this role supports daily classroom activities, helps maintain a safe and engaging environment, and builds positive relationships with children and families.

This position plays an important role in helping children grow socially, emotionally, and developmentally while ensuring their health and safety throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

Child Supervision & Safety


Monitor and ensure the health and safety of all children in the program
Administer minor first aid when necessary
Follow emergency medical procedures and complete incident/accident report
Verify that children are released only to authorized individuals


Classroom & Program Support


Assist teachers with implementing the daily curriculum and activity schedule
Support age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development
Help manage classroom transitions and daily routines
Maintain organized learning spaces and assist with classroom setup and cleanup


Child Development & Engagement


Build positive relationships with children through encouragement and guidance
Promote sharing, respect, and positive social behavior
Support children in expressing and managing emotions
Encourage participation and independent thinking


Parent Communication


Build positive relationships with parents and caregivers
Share appropriate updates regarding children's activities
Report incidents or concerns to the Director or Head Teacher before discussing with parents


Program & Facility Support


Assist with classroom organization and maintenance
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning task
Participate in at least 12 hours of professional development training annually
Support YMCA organization and initiatives.

Qualifications
Strong interest in early childhood development
Minimum 1 year of experience working with children
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work cooperatively with staff and volunteers
Must pass a criminal background check


Physical Requirements


Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the day
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to supervise active children in indoor and outdoor environments
Vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral vision, and depth perception


What Success Looks Like


Children feel safe, supported, and engaged
Parents are confident and satisfied with the program
The childcare environment is organized, positive, and developmentally enriching


Why Work at the Y?


Free membership: Includes Brand New State of the Art Health and Fitness Center, Group Fitness classes including Pilates, cycling, yoga and many more.
Member discounts
Retirement Fund
Paid Sick Time
Holidays Off
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community
An organization that provides financial assistance to those in need
A workplace that prioritizes promoting from within for higher-level positions