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Member Services Associate (Part Time)

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If you genuinely enjoy engaging with people, you may be the ideal candidate for this exciting role! Are you recently retired, but looking for a part time role to become more engaged in your community?  Are you a new parent hoping to transition back into the workplace? Have others commented to you that you are a people-person?  If so, this might be the perfect

The Member Services Associate serves as the face of the JCCMW to the community.  Your role will be to serve as a resource of information, provide a warm welcome and sign people up for membership and programs.

This role is part time (~20 hours per week). Some weekend availability is preferred, but not required. Specific days can be flexible.

Specific responsibilities in this role:

  • Serve as the initial point of contact at the JCCMW and ensure high quality, professional interactions with all community members.
  • Understand the many programs of the JCCMW and be able to articulate those to community members, as well as the benefits of the many offerings.
  • Facilitate registration for all JCCMW programs (Nursery School, Gala, Swim, Gymnastics, summer camps, Fitness Memberships, one-off events, etc.)
  • Conduct tours of our 75,000 square foot facility
  • Respond to inquiries within 48 hours.

Summer Sports Specialist

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Summer Days at the J is seeking a Sports Specialist who is motivated, dedicated and trustworthy to help guide our campers (ages 2-7) throughout the summer. You will be responsible for lesson planning, equipment, implementing activities while offering instruction and direction to both children and staff.

Must make a full summer commitment (June 24-August 9).

Essential Functions:
* Plan and execute 7 weeks of sports and other program area instruction and skill building
* Submit weekly lesson plans and equipment needs
* Manage a camper group of 8-15 campers and instruct counselors how to assist during activity sessions
* Must be able to work and cooperate in a friendly manner with campers, staff and administration. Integrate a strong understanding of sportsmanship in programming
* Assume additional roles and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
* Keep an inventory of supplies and manage storage areas for cleanliness
* Notify supervisor of any issues or concerns as it relates to schedule, facility, equipment or behaviors that need to be addressed

Skills / Qualifications:
* Experience working with children is required
* Must be 21 years of age and preferably a college graduate
* Experience working at a summer camp is strongly preferred

Knowledge and Skills:
* Sports or coaching background required
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Positive attitude, outgoing and energetic
* Good communication with coworkers, parents, and supervisors
* Must be comfortable being outdoors

Summer Camp Counselor

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Summer Days at the J is a traditional day camp located in Southern Westchester County, at the JCC Mid-Westchester. We are seeking motivated, dedicated and trustworthy Counselors to help guide our campers (ages 2-7) throughout the summer.   Gain valuable work experience that can help in any career path and make great friends.

Must make a full summer commitment (June 24–August 9).

Counselors must be at least 16 years of age and have previous Summer camp/teaching/babysitting experience.   Counselors typically work as a team with two other counselors and one group of children, and are responsible for the health and welfare of their campers each day. Counselors are with their group throughout the day at all of their activities, assisting the specialists and supporting and encouraging their campers.

·  Identify and meet camper’s needs
·  Supervise campers throughout all camp programs
·  Set positive examples for campers and be a positive role model
·  Communicate proactively, regularly and openly with supervisors, staff and parents.
·  Follow all camp rules and regulations

Chief Program Officer

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Summary 

The JCC Mid Westchester is seeking a seasoned or emerging Chief Program Officer with excellent communication skills, a yen for multi-tasking, and proven supervisory skills to join our team as part of an ongoing leadership strengthening strategy. The successful candidate will be an integral member of management, reporting to the CEO, and be responsible for oversight of all programming for the organization, including our traditional nursery school, special needs nursery school, gymnastics, dance, aquatics, community outreach and general program management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supportive and effective manager, with the ability to supervise very different and specialized business units.
  • A leader who understands the value of “showing up” to support colleagues and team members, someone who is responsive to time sensitive issues and has the capacity to think strategically and long term.
  • Communicates in a clear and sophisticated manner (verbal, written, presentation) commensurate with this key, cross-departmental role.
  • Models relationship-building, professionalism and team-building skills in all interactions with staff and members of the community.
  • Ensures financial success and growth through strong budgeting controls and target metrics. Financial fluency is key.
  • Fosters a climate of professionalism, respect, and collaboration. Maintains effective communication with colleagues and CEO.
  • Prepare statistical, analytical, and narrative reports as needed, including reports to committees, the Board of Directors, and the CEO.

Lead Teacher: Twos (part-time)

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Job Summary

Monday to Wednesday 8:30 AM to Noon

The Early Childhood Center at the JCCMW is hiring a Lead Nursery School Teacher for our White Plains school.  Position will be responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of children and will work in cooperation with and under the supervision of the Nursery School Director. This candidate must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well with children and be willing to fulfill the job responsibilities in accordance with the programs philosophies. This candidate must be able to maintain a professional manner towards the children, families and co-workers at all times and be able to communicate professionally and openly. The person selected for this position must possess the educational requirements of a lead teacher as outlined by the program's licensing agency (minimum of a CDA is required).

Additional Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree including or in addition to, 12 credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field

or

  • Associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field

or

  • Child Development Associate and 1 year experience related to caring for children

or

  • 9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field with a plan of study leading to one of the above and 2 year experience related to caring for children

Essential Functions

  • Keep a daily lesson plan log.
  • Design the classroom to facilitate child exploration and social interaction while eliminating safety hazards.
  • Utilize a multi-sensory teaching approach to encourage development of each child's language skills.
  • Provide a structured learning environment that operates within a positive based behavioral support methodology.
  • Encourage socialization and physical play in children.
  • Supervise classroom teacher assistants/teacher aides and serve as a role model to meet the goal that all students have appropriate and positive learning experiences.
  • Communicate regularly with parents and staff.
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings.
  • Follow the health, safety, confidentiality, emergency and other protocols of the JCC of Mid-Westchester Nursery School

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Teacher Assistant: Twos (part-time)

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,Monday to Wednesday, 8:30 AM to Noon

Responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of children and will work in cooperation with and under the supervision of the teacher for that group.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations:

  • Assist, plan, and implement the daily program under the direction of the lead teacher. This includes planning activities for the children.
  • Assist in planning, preparing, and caring for the environment. Make any suggestions that may benefit the program.
  • Assistant teacher is responsible to fill in for the teacher as needed.
  • Be familiar with all health and emergency policies of the program and be ready to implement them if necessary.
  • Help with general housekeeping tasks.
  • Assist the teachers in all appropriate ways. Ask questions if necessary. Continuous questions regarding the same topic are not necessary.
  • Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences. Deal with the children's individual needs and assist other staff with appropriate techniques. This may include diapering and/or taking a child to the bathroom.
  • Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences. Provide the director with documentation in accordance with licensing agency.
  • Show initiative in the improvement of early childhood education, our program, and our curriculum.
  • Supervise and interact with children in all activities. Maintain appropriate communication with staff, children, and families at all times.
  • Be physically capable of performing all early childhood responsibilities involved in setting up, daily activities and clean up. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to sitting on the floor, swimming with children, carrying a gallon of milk, lifting a child off playground equipment if necessary, taking chairs off tables, etc.
  • Inform the lead teacher or supervisor of any concerns or observations of a child or the environment that may be of interest or importance.
  • Maintain an open, warm, and very professional relationship with all families. Be available for parent/teacher conferences as needed.

 

Skills, Education and Experience

  • Possess the educational requirements of the program's licensing agency.
  • Be able to maintain a professional model towards the children, families, and co-workers at all times and be able to communicate professionally and openly.

The JCC Mid-Westchester is an equal opportunity employer. The position is open to all and we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, color, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity/expression, national origin or any category protected by applicable law

JCC  Mid-Westchester requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (excluding any applicable reasonable medical accommodation).

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

JCCMW is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the community by providing cultural, social, educational, recreational/fitness programs, human services, and Jewish identity-building opportunities to people of all ages and backgrounds. JCCMW programs serve people through all stages of life: young children, teens, adults, and seniors.

JCCMW has served the greater Westchester community since 1955 and is located on the border of New Rochelle, NY and Scarsdale, NY. This dynamic, engaging community center serves over 10,000 people each year.

 

Lead Nursery School Teacher

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The Early Childhood Center at the JCCMW is hiring a Lead Nursery School Teacher who will be responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of children and will work in cooperation with and under the supervision of the Nursery School Director. This candidate must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well with children and be willing to fulfill the job responsibilities in accordance with the programs philosophies. This candidate must be able to maintain a professional manner towards the children, families and co-workers at all times and be able to communicate professionally and openly. The person selected for this position must possess the educational requirements of a lead teacher as outlined by the program's licensing agency (minimum of a CDA is required).

Nursery School Teaching Assistant

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Responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of children, and will work in cooperation with and under the supervision of the teacher for that group.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations:
· Assist, plan, and implement the daily program under the direction of the lead teacher. This includes planning activities for the children.
· Assist in planning, preparing, and caring for the environment. Make any suggestions that may benefit the program.
· Assistant teacher is responsible to fill in for the teacher as needed.
· Be familiar with all health and emergency policies of the program and be ready to implement them if necessary.
· Help with general housekeeping tasks.
· Assist the teachers in all appropriate ways. Ask questions if necessary. Continuous questions regarding the same topic are not necessary.
· Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences. Deal with the children's individual needs and assist other staff with appropriate techniques. This may include diapering and/or taking a child to the bathroom.
· Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences. Provide the director with documentation in accordance with licensing agency.
· Show initiative in the improvement of early childhood education, our program, and our curriculum.
· Supervise and interact with children in all activities. Maintain appropriate communication with staff, children, and families at all times.
· Be physically capable of performing all early childhood responsibilities involved in setting up, daily activities and clean up. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to sitting on the floor, swimming with children, carrying a gallon of milk, lifting a child off playground equipment if necessary, taking chairs off tables, etc.
· Inform the lead teacher or supervisor of any concerns or observations of a child or the environment that may be of interest or importance.
· Maintain an open, warm, and very professional relationship with all families. Be available for parent/teacher conferences as needed.

Special Education Early Childhood Teacher

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  • Demonstrate knowledge of Individualized Education Plan (IEPs) and ability to monitor progress in meeting IEP goals. Experience writing IEP progress reports and Annual Review Reports in accordance with regulations.
  • Follow New York State curriculum guidelines to develop written appropriate lesson plans that take into account each child's individual learning needs.
  • NY State Certified Special Education license for students with disabilities birth to 2nd grade
  • Keep a daily lesson plan log.
  • Design the classroom to facilitate child exploration and social interaction while eliminating safety hazards.
  • Utilize a multi-sensory teaching approach to encourage development of each child's language skills.
  • Provide a structured learning environment that operates within a positive based behavioral support methodology.
  • Encourage socialization and physical play in children.
  • Supervise classroom teacher assistants/teacher aides and serve as a role model to meet the goal that all students have appropriate and positive learning experiences.
  • Communicate regularly with parents and therapists.
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings.
  • Collaborate with Toward Tomorrow teachers, therapists, and other staff to maintain a positive team approach.
  • Follow the health, safety, confidentiality, emergency and other protocols of the Toward Tomorrow program and the JCC of Mid-Westchester Nursery School (including the Medicaid Compliance Plan and JCCMW Nursery School Toward Tomorrow Staff Handbook.)

Special Education Teacher Assistant

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  • NY State Dept of Education Certificate - Special Education Teaching Assistant
  • Assist head teacher in developing and carrying out lesson plans
  • Facilitate child exploration, play and social interaction
  • Assist with daily classroom set up and routine safety/sanity procedures
  • Assist students with self-care skills
  • Assist head teacher in providing a structured learning environment that operates within a positive based behavioral support methodology
  • Participate in monthly staff meetings.
  • Assist head teacher in data collection and documentation
  • Collaborate with Toward Tomorrow teachers, therapists, and other staff to maintain a positive team approach.
  • Follow the health, safety, confidentiality, emergency and other protocols of the Toward Tomorrow program and the JCC of Mid-Westchester Nursery School (including the Medicaid Compliance Plan and JCCMW Nursery School Toward Tomorrow Staff Handbook.)

Lifeguards

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Lifeguards monitor pool activities and ensure member safety. Lifeguards need to possess knowledge of rescue procedures and emergency medical procedures. To help prevent incidents, lifeguards must enforce all safety guidelines as outlined by JCC Mid-Westchester. To ensure safety, lifeguards must remain alert throughout an entire shift. To gain a lifeguard job, applicant must hold an ARC lifeguard and CPR/AED certification. A lifeguard may need to complete a preemployment physical and a skills test. Additional job duties a lifeguard performs include preparing activity and incident reports and performing pool maintenance. Competitive hourly rates based on experience. To apply, please email your resume.

Gymnastics Instructor

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Provides instruction in Gymnastics Department, which includes preschool and school-age curriculums. Max hours: 25 per week (based onsite; all staff meetings included) Days: Three to five per week (including weekends) Compensation: $15–$20 per hour (based on experience).

Competitive Gymnastics Coach

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The successful candidate will provide instruction within the Gymnastics Department. This will include sharing the vision for our USAG competitive curriculums and competitions, learning and teaching routines, constructing lesson plans per level and group, following the head coach’s lead for all practices, and evaluating gymnasts throughout the year.
This is a part-time role (up to 30 hours per week). The successful candidate will be available to work three to six days per week, including some weekends.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must hold the following certifications or be prepared to qualify for them through the JCC during training:
    • USA Gymnastics Competitive Coach
    • Safe Sport
    • Tough Coaching or Emotional Abuse
    • Fundamentals of Gymnastics Instruction
    • CPR/AED

JCC Mid-Westchester is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $18.00–$25.00 per hour

Sunday/Funday Group Leaders

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The JCC Special Needs Enrichment Services seeks part-time group leaders for our Sunday/Funday program.

Sunday/Funday is an all-inclusive, social-skills enrichment program carried out through art, music, gymnastics, creative movement, and active play to help our youth with developmental disabilities cultivate friendships and further develop their social skills and pragmatic communication skills.

Group leaders supervise children in recreational activities, oversee behavior management strategies, and work with recreational specialists to adapt and plan suitable activities to meet the specific needs of each individual child and to promote inclusion within the entire group.

Program operates on selected Sundays from 8:30 AM to Noon, including 24 Sundays during the academic year and six Sundays during the summer. Candidates must be comfortable working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $20.00–$25.00 per hour

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