Teacher Aide

Job Title:

Teacher Aide FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Reports to:

Site Supervisor MISSION:

The mission of the Corona-Norco Family YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Position Summary :

Individual is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher and working in conjunction with a second Teacher's Aide for a class of up to twenty-four students between 3 years to 5 years of age.

Qualifications/Job Requirements :

Candidates must meet the following qualifications, maintain required licensing documents & current

CPR/First Aid:

Must be at least eighteen years of age in process of becoming professionally prepared to be a teacher of young children. Must have satisfactorily completed a minimum of six (6) units of Early Childhood Education Classes or be currently enrolled and satisfactorily complete required units within six (6) months of date of hire. Qualified to meet all requirements of the licensing agency. Must possess sensitivity with maturity and ability to relate well to both children and adults. Display professional and caring attitude when interacting with parents. Skills and knowledge needed to perform this function include arts & crafts, non-competitive games, physical fitness, camping experience and promoting the philosophy of the YMCA. Attendance and full participation at all required staff and training meetings. Current first aid and CPR. MMR, DTaP, Influenza (employee may provide a written waiver of the influenza immunization)

Key Result Areas:

1. Assist with Daily Records 2. Curriculum Planning & Implementation 3. Supervision of Children 4. Site Health & Safety 5. Public Relations 6. Physical Requirement Assist with Daily Records

• Accident and incident reports are completed and submitted to immediate supervisor on the same day as the incident occurred.
• Ouch reports are entered in the daily log.
• Provide input for site activities. Curriculum Planning & Implementation
• Assist with a preschool curriculum using age appropriate education, principles and practices.
• Adherence to the daily schedule.
• Assist with a variety of activities; supervise individual choice activities. Supervision of Children
• Teacher's Aide must be supervised by Teacher at all times.
• Be aware of Staff/Student ratios and Title 5 requirements.
• All children must be supervised at all times.
• Ensure all children are accounted for and properly signed in/out by a qualified adult.
• Ensure that every child is shown dignity and respect.
• Ensure a "rainy day" plan is followed when schedule activities cannot be followed because of weather conditions.

Site Health & Safety Safety rules are followed at all times Know where first aid kits are stored. Wear safety gloves when administering first aid. Children must be under direct supervision at all times. All cleaning supplies are stored in a secure area out of reach of the children. All medications are in original containers and in a locked box. (

Note:

Teacher aides should not handle medications.) Knowledge of the emergency evacuation route and where posted and procedures for earthquake and fire drills. Employee safety procedures and practices are implemented and followed. Assist with general housekeeping tasks and offer assistance to the teacher as needed. Be sure trash cans are equipped with a lid and liner. Help keep supplies labeled and organized properly. Check photo identification when any child is signed out by someone not known to staff. Always wear

YMCA I.D.

badge while on duty and ensure that badge is visible. Follow personal standards guidelines. Adherence to employee policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Policies and Procedures Manual and official memos. Adherence to the safety information contained in the Injury, Illness and Prevention Program (IIPP). Handle routine situations utilizing good judgment and flexibility. Public Relations

• Consistently greet all staff, children, parents and school employees in a friendly and caring manner both in person and when speaking by phone.
• Maintain open communication with staff members, management and parents.
• Be well informed and promote other YMCA programs.
• Communicate clearly and display a professional and caring demeanor when speaking with children, parents, staff and school employees.

PERFORMS ALL OTHER DUTIES AS MAY BE ASSIGNED

Physical Requirements Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to bend, lean and stretch. Ability to communicate with young children by making eye-to-eye contact at their level and participate in housekeeping responsibilities. Ability to lift up and carry up to 35 pounds

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week Application Question(s): Do you have at least 6 units in early childhood education?

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

First Aid Certification (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person