EARLY LEARNING CENTER ASSISTANT TEACHER

Job Title:

Early Learning Care Assistant Teacher |

FLSA Status:

Exempt/Non-Exempt Status:

P/T |

Department:

Early Learning Center Reports to: Early Learning Center Director |

Revision Date:

11/28/2022

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direction for the children in the classroom, and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

OUR CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming:

we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.

We are genuine:

we value you and embrace your individuality.

We are hopeful:

we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing:

we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined:

above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines. 2. Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families. 3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards. 4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child. 5. Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA. 6. Maintains program site and equipment. 7. Maintains required program records. 8. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. 9. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES

Mission Advancement:

Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.

Collaboration:

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.

Operational Effectiveness:

Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another.

Personal Growth:

Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law. 2. At least 18 years of age. 3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date. 4. Required pre-employment screenings and trainings must be completed before the first day. 5. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. 6. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. 7. Experience with diverse populations and ability to develop positive relationships. 8. Understands YMCA commitment to inclusion and ADA compliance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities. Must be able to lift at least twenty pounds.

Pay:

From $13.00 per hour Expected hours: 15.0 - 29.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Referral program

Work Location:

In person