Childcare Jobs 2026 (Now Hiring) – Smart Auto Apply

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The School Age Childcare (SACC) positions listed below are 10-month opportunities that follows the school calendar year, from September through June. Employees also have the opportunity to extend their employment by opting in to work in our Summer Camp program during July and August, based on program enrollment and staffing needs. This flexible schedule offers the opportunity for continued employment throughout the summer while supporting engaging programs for children year-round.

OPEN SACC POSITIONS:

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT - $16/hour

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be 16 years old (with valid NYS working papers for minors)

• 1 year experience working with children

GROUP LEADER - $16.43/hour

Minimum Qualifications:

HS Diploma/GED

• 2 years experience working with children under 13

SITE SUPERVISOR I OR II - $20.74/hour or $21.99/hour

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree, School Age Childcare Credential, OR 18 college credits in a related field

• 2 years experience with children under 13

• 1 year supervisory experience

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (ALL SACC POSITIONS):

• Maintain 30 hours of childcare-related training every 2 years

• Tuberculosis (TB) Test and physician's clearance to work in childcare

• Basic computer skills, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community

• Child Abuse Prevention (Supervisory Staff), CPR, First Aid, AED, Blood-borne Pathogens trainings (completed within 30 days of hire)

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Monday- Friday, 2:30pm/3:00pm- 5:30pm/6:00pm
• Shift start & end times vary by school location

PART TIME BENEFITS:

Employee YMCA Membership, Y Retirement, Paid Sick Leave, and more!