Child Care Assistant

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking caring, energetic, and dependable Before & After School Care Assistants to support YMCA-operated programs at local elementary schools in the Somers Point and Mullica Township, New Jersey areas. These positions play a key role in creating a safe, engaging, and positive environment for children before and after the school day.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, brings positive energy to every interaction, and is passionate about helping students learn, grow, and have fun. This individual will assist with structured activities, social and emotional development exercises, recreational programming, snack time, and daily supervision of school-age children.

School Locations

Jordan Road School – Somers Point, NJ

Dawes Avenue Elementary School – Somers Point, NJ

Mullica Township Elementary School – Mullica Township, NJ

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Supervise and engage children during before-school and after-school care programs

Lead and participate in social, emotional, educational, and physical activities

Assist with lesson implementation, group activities, and recreational programming

Help facilitate snack time and maintain a structured daily schedule

Create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for all students

Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members

Ensure program policies and safety procedures are followed

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Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications

Passion for working with children

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Positive attitude and ability to build rapport with students

Dependable, patient, and team-oriented

Ability to lead activities and keep children engaged in a group setting Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with children in a classroom, camp, daycare, youth program, or childcare setting

Experience leading recreational or educational activities