Shape the Future - Join the YMCA Childcare Team! The YMCA is looking for dedicated, caring, and creative individuals to join our Childcare team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to foster a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and explore their potential. Why you'll love the YMCA As a full-time staff member, you and your household will receive a free membership and participate in many free programs. Also, receive a 12% employer-funded retirement plan upon eligibility. Other perks our Y employees enjoy:

Personal Development:

You'll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career.

Childcare:

While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular child watch hours, also, enjoy 50% discounted before and after school care and summer day camp options.

Fulfillment:

Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community! Responsibilities The Caylor Nickel Foundation Family YMCA is seeking a full-time Assistant Teacher who is enthusiastic and compassionate to join our team.

Care:

Supervise assigned groups of children and engage in positive staff-child interaction.

Develop:

Promote a healthy, emotional, social, intellectual, and physical environment for each child.

Nurture:

Success in this position is defined as growth in student participation and quality enrichment, sound adherence to defined safety and educational standards by the staff, and positive feedback from parents. Requirements Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as: At least 18 years of age. Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills. An elevated level of organization, flexibility, and ability to handle difficult situations effectively. Able to fulfill all demands in spirit, mind, and body as an assistant teacher. Ability to relate to, welcome, and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.

Salary:

$14.00-$14.50 hourly

Hours Available:

Monday-Friday, 9:30am-6:00 pm

Location:

Caylor Nickel Foundation Family

YMCA550 W.

Dustman Road, Bluffton, IN 46714