Summer Teacher Assistant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Summer Teacher Assistant Brooklyn, NY, US 1224 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218 Salary: $20 per hour Overview A Summer Teacher Assistant at Kings Bay Y / JCC Brooklyn supports our preschool classrooms during an 8‑week summer program. The assistant supervises and engages with young children when the regular teacher is unavailable—whether due to illness, time off, or during daily transitions. The role maintains a warm, safe, and consistent classroom environment and may be asked to step in on short notice, including same‑day assignments. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and is available to work between late June and late August. Main Responsibilities Follow lesson plans provided by the Regular Teacher Carry and lift children, bend to a child’s level, and stand for long periods throughout the day Encourage student participation, minimize distractions, and maintain a positive learning environment while the Regular Teacher is absent Track attendance, collect homework, and provide general supervision during class periods Work with students individually or as a group, adapting teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student and to keep up with the regular curriculum Manage and instruct the class effectively from roll call to tidying up the classroom after the students have left Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls and on the playground For long‑term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the Regular Teacher’s past lesson plans Communicate daily and meet weekly in the classroom with the head teacher; accept guidance where needed and assist the head teacher in supervising and assessing student teachers assigned to the classroom Qualifications Early Childhood Education (at least 1 year) or Substitute certificate Experience in leading and instructing childcare students – at least 1 year Strong English verbal and written communication skills Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms Flexibility and critical‑thinking skills Excellent interpersonal skills Schedule This part‑time summer position runs from June 23rd, 2025 to August 15th, 2025. Two schedule options are available: Day Shift: 5–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday After‑School Shift: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday Location 1224 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218 #J-18808-Ljbffr KINGS BAY YM - YWHA