Assistant Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance and supervision of the Childcare Director, the Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing direction for the program and classroom, and implementing program curriculum, along with providing a quality experience to children and parents that focus on the Y values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All Childcare Teachers are expected to fulfill the following functions:

Ability to design, organize and implement age appropriate and developmentally appropriate daily lesson/activity plans

Ability to solve practical problems and work through situations of varying gravity

Maintain continuing education credits (STARS) required by state licensing

Supervise the children, classroom and all activities in a safe environment

Conduct parent conferences and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents

Maintain required program records

Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and staff training

Understand ratios and youth staff, know the number of youth in program at all times

Communicate effectively the behavior of the child and not the character of the child

Facilitate transportation safety

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, Assistant Teachers will:

Pursue/participate in ongoing training

Attend all staff meetings and in-services

Assist in fundraising activities and special volunteer events

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and switch tasks as new challenges and projects emerge.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to perform all physical demands of the position including leading activities, walking, standing, running, bending, reaching and lifting.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Retirement: contribute optional percentage or dollar amount to a 401k or Roth account – YMCA will match up to 4%. Additional retirement contribution annually per Board discretion.

Personal Time Off

Free Single Gold Y membership, with discounts on higher tiers of membership

50% discount on YMCA Childcare and FREE After School Program

First Camp session free – 50% off subsequent sessions

One FREE program per session

FREE training including CPR Certification

OUR CULTURE

Welcoming: The YMCA is open to all people and creates spaces where people can belong. 

Genuine: The YMCA values people for who they are and encourages them to be true to themselves and others. 

Hopeful: The YMCA believes in people's ability to inspire a brighter tomorrow. 

Nurturing: The YMCA is with people on their journey to develop their full potential. 

Determined: The YMCA works relentlessly to strengthen communities. 

Respect: The YMCA sees all people as equal in worth and value. 

Responsibility: The YMCA is accountable for actions and impact. 

Caring: The YMCA is guided by caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion: The YMCA strives to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. 

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