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The Connection is a wonderful place to work. Many positions offer flexible hours; and, all offer facility use and class discounts. Applications are available at the Front Desk or click here to download.  EEO 

 

  • Customer Service P/T 
    Customer service and clerical responsibilities at busy front desk. Must be fluent in English and Spanish and serve the public in a professional manner. Hours: Monday 3-10 pm, Tuesday - Thursday 1-5 pm and every other Sunday 7 am - 2:30 pm. Contact Candy McNelis, The Connection for Women and Families, 908-273-4242 or e-mail candy.mcnelis@theconnectiononline.org

  • Director of Special Needs Programs – P/T 
    Develops new programs, enhances, manages and teaches existing recreational and social programs for individuals with special needs ages 2-24 years.  12-15 hours per week, primarily on Friday evenings and Saturdays. Teaching degree in Special Education or equivalent experience required.  Fax or email resume to Beverly Delia, The Connection for Women and Families, Summit, NJ Beverly.delia@theconnectiononline.org
    fax: 908-273-6812. EEO

 

Adult Fitness     
  • Adult Instructors, P/T
    Seeking Adult Group Exercise Instructors with national certification for the following classes:  Cardio Dance, Boot Camp, Body Pump/Sculpt classes, Aerobics, Yoga. Morning and evening hours available. Please contact: anita.beechner@theconnectiononline.org
     
  • Fitness Trainer, P/T
    Flexible daytime, evening & weekend hours. Must be CPR certified. Certification a plus. Ideal for retirees or students. Contact Gary McGrane, 908-273-4242 or e-mail to gary.mcgrane@theconnectiononline.org
     
      
Aquatics
  • Adult Aqua Zumba Instructor - P/T
    Flexible hours. Please send resume to aquatics@theconnectiononline.org

  • Lifeguard, P/T 
    Responsible for ensuring members safety, properly opening  pool, and performing chemical test.  Must have current certifications in lifeguarding, first aid, CPR-PR, & AED. Shifts Available Monday –Friday 5:30-9 am. EEO. Send resume to Andréa Falcone at andrea.falcone@theconnectiononline.org
  • Swim Instructor, P/T 
    Need an
    enthusiastic and responsible instructor who enjoys water and working with children.  Experienced in working with preschoolers, school age children, and/or competitive swimmers.  Shifts available Monday-Friday after school and Saturday-Sunday mornings. EEO. Send resume to Andréa Falcone at andrea.falcone@theconnectiononline.org


Gymnastics

  • Gymnastics Instructor/Coach, P/T & F/T
    Excellent opportunity for energetic, self-motivated individual in expanding USA Gymnastics program. Salary commensurate with experience and certifications. Contact Tracy Burkholder, x 128. or click here to email


Performing Arts

  • Instructors, P/T 
    Established Performing Arts program seeking teachers in the following areas: Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Hip Hop and Acro.  Please contact Cindy McArthur cindy.jung@theconnectiononline.org

  • Hip Hop Instructor, P/T
    Hip-hop dance instructors are responsible for teaching dance techniques to students of all ages and abilities. Hip-hop covers a broad spectrum of street dance styles from popping, locking, fusion, free style and street style. Salary will be based on experience. Please contact Cindy McArthur cindy.jung@theconnectiononline.org

Youth

  • Childrens Class Instructor
    The Connection for Women and Families in Summit, NJ is seeking an enthusiastic individual to develop and teach recreational parent/child classes and preschool classes. Curriculum should include arts, cooking, music and creative movement. This is a part time position that will require daytime and weekend hours. Salary based on experience. Send resume to Tracy Burkholder at tracy.burkholder@theconnectiononline.org


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

There is a place for everyone at The Connection! If you have the desire to help, we can be flexible to meet your schedule.  Volunteer at The Connection and take part in a rewarding experience that will enrich both you and our organization.
  • Special Needs Classes, Saturdays
    Ages 15 and up. Help out at one, two, or all three of our classes. Please contact Amy Gula, x131. or
    click here to email

  • Adapted Aquatics Assistant, Saturdays & Sundays
    To work with special needs children on Sunday from 1-2 pm or children and adults on Saturday from 11:30-12:30pm. Please contact Andrea Falcone, x 109 or click here to email.

  • English as a Second Language
    Tutor newcomers to the U.S. No experience is necessary. Flexible hours, Monday-Thursday; mornings or Monday evenings. Contact Jane Walbridge, x129 or click here to email

  • Voluntaria Bilingue | Bi-lingual Pathways Volunteer
    Bilingue mujeres sobrevivientes de cancer de seno para proveer apoyo a mujeres de habla hispana. 
    Bi-lingual breast cancer survivors to provide peer support to Spanish speaking women. 
    Contact Michele Visco, x 154 or click here to email

  • Drivers and Cooks for Pathways Cooks
    Pathways cooks provides healthy, whole foods meals to women undergoing chemotherapy and their families. Drivers are needed on Wednesdays to deliver meals from 5:30pm – 6:30pm and would require between 30-60 minutes of driving time. Cooking volunteers are needed Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1-6 pm. Volunteers are needed to prep, cook, clean up or deliver meals.  Two hour shifts or full shifts are both welcome.Contact Michele Visco, x154 or click here to email.

     

 
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