Job Description
Job Description
The Wolk Children's Center at the JCC of Greater Rochester is hiring passionate and dedicated Educators to join our Wolk Children’s Center team. We have multiple openings for Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers, supporting children from infancy through school age. Our educators play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where curiosity, creativity, and growth are nurtured every day.
Available Positions
- Lead Teacher
- Assistant Teacher
Available Shifts
Full-time and Part-timeWork schedules vary between 7 : 30 AM and 6 : 00 PM based on programmatic needs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environmentSupport children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through age-appropriate activitiesImplement positive behavior guidance and observe developmental progressMaintain organized, clean classrooms and accurate documentationEnsure safe and structured arrival and departure of childrenCollaborate with co-teachers, families, and administrative staff to support a team-centered environmentCommunicate professionally with families and encourage their engagementAttend required trainings, meetings, and ongoing professional developmentComply with all OCFS licensing regulations and promptly report any suspected violations or concernsPhysical Demands
Possess strength, endurance, and vigilance for constant supervision of childrenAbility to lift and carry children weighing between 10–15 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbsAbility to kneel, bend, squat, stand, and sit on the floor or child-sized furniture for extended periodsAbility to swim in a pool and actively engage on the playgroundAmbulatory ability to manage uneven ground, hills, and stepsWork Environment
Indoor classroom environments for infants through school-age childrenOutdoor environments including playgrounds, athletic fields, and nature trailsGymnasium and pool facilities where applicableExposure to varying weather conditions during outdoor activitiesEducation and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required (must be at least 18 years old)CDA certification or 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education preferredMinimum of one year experience in a group childcare setting preferredCurrent CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications preferredBenefits
Health, Dental and VisionRetirement Plan, Life and Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramFree membership to our Fitness and Aquatics CenterNote : Benefits eligibility is dependent on full-time or part-time status.
The Louis S. Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester is committed to fostering a collaborative and enriching environment for both children and staff. If you are passionate about early childhood and school-age education, we encourage you to apply for one of our available positions!
