Classroom Assistant

Central Connecticut Coast YMCA

Description

This position supports the mission and work of the Y by assisting in the daily operation of early childhood and/or school-age classrooms. The Classroom Assistant helps implement developmentally appropriate activities, maintains a safe and welcoming environment, and supports routines, supervision, and family communication in alignment with YMCA policies and licensing/health standards.

Essential Functions

Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with children, families, and staff.
Assists with daily routines (arrival, snack/meals, transitions, dismissal), supervision, and behavior support to ensure safety and positive engagement.
Helps prepare and lead age-appropriate activities under the direction of classroom leads/supervisors; maintains clean, organized, and ready learning spaces.
Maintains required ratios and active, visual supervision at all times; remains alert and responsive to child needs and environmental risks.
Supports accurate records (attendance, incident/accident reports, medication/allergy notes) and follows check-in/out procedures and confidentiality standards.
Follows YMCA policies, emergency procedures, and mandated reporting/abuse-prevention protocols. Attends required meetings and trainings.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old; experience working with children preferred.
Demonstrates positive role-modeling, reliability, and professionalism; communicates effectively with children and adults in a diverse community.
Ability to remain calm, observant, and safety-conscious; follows direction and adapts to changing needs across SACC and ECE settings.
Current First Aid/CPR/AED (or ability to obtain within 60 days), and completion of required YMCA trainings.

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