My Place: A Play and Learning Center After School Care Professionals Watkins Glen, NY · Part time Company website

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It is our mission to be the pillar of childcare in Schuyler County by providing children and families with quality care and educational experiences.

A strong work force requires adequate child care opportunities in the community. We use a sliding fee tuition scale and accept child care subsidy so that all children have the same opportunity to quality care regardless of the family's financial status.

We provide year round care to children ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age. We believe children learn best through play. Our teaching team assures children have a wide variety of activities to keep them engaged and discover more about themselves. We also embrace helping early childhood educators grow in their careers by providing field experiences to local schools, colleges and inclusive work force development programs.

The Role - As an After School Care Professional, you will supervise and engage children in activities that promote their social, emotional, and physical development. You will work closely with a team to ensure a positive experience for every child in our care.

What You'll Do - Supervise children during after school hours, ensuring their safety and well-being.

- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage learning and creativity.

- Foster a positive and inclusive environment where all children feel valued.

- Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff to build strong relationships.

- Monitor and document children's progress and behavior, providing feedback to parents as needed.

- Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a clean and organized space.

- Attend training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.

What We're Looking For - Experience working with children in a care or educational setting.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

- Patience and a genuine passion for supporting children's development.

Nice to Have - First Aid and CPR certification.

- Experience with curriculum development or lesson planning.

- Knowledge of child development principles.