The Louis S. Wolk 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-time
• Work 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 environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through age-appropriate activities
• Implement positive behavior guidance and observe developmental progress
• Maintain organized, clean classrooms and accurate documentation
• Ensure safe and structured arrival and departure of children
• Collaborate with co-teachers, families, and administrative staff to support a team-centered environment
• Communicate professionally with families and encourage their engagement
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and ongoing professional development
• Comply with all OCFS licensing regulations and promptly report any suspected violations or concerns

Physical Demands

• Possess strength, endurance, and vigilance for constant supervision of children
• Ability to lift and carry children weighing between 10–15 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Ability to kneel, bend, squat, stand, and sit on the floor or child-sized furniture for extended periods
• Ability to swim in a pool and actively engage on the playground
• Ambulatory ability to manage uneven ground, hills, and steps

Work Environment

• Indoor classroom environments for infants through school-age children
• Outdoor environments including playgrounds, athletic fields, and nature trails
• Gymnasium and pool facilities where applicable
• Exposure to varying weather conditions during outdoor activities

Education 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 preferred
• Minimum of one year experience in a group childcare setting preferred
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications preferred

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Retirement Plan, Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free membership to our Fitness and Aquatics Center

Note: 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!