Infant Assistant Teacher- Southwest Valley YMCA

The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PRESCHOOL TEACHER:

• Ensure the proper care and supervision of infants (6 wks to 12 months) in a group childcare setting.

• Follow all safety guidelines for infant care to include; diapering, feeding, sleep safety, developmentally appropriate activities and maintaining a safe environment.

• Responsible for completing and maintaining with all required training, in-service training, and certifications.

• Understands and maintains ADHS state licensing rules pertaining to infants and regulations and YMCA childcare program standards.

• Positively interacts with infants and engages in developmentally appropriate activities throughout the day.
• Completes daily care logs, positively communicate with parents to support the care and development of their infant.

• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the infant room, supplies, equipment and materials.

• Posts daily all required information in assigned place at program site.

• Provides immediate support and supervision of assigned assistant teachers in the infant room to ensure high-quality infant care, communicating any issues to the Early Learning Director.

• Communicates positively and effectively with supervisor and peers.

• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports, as necessary.

• Attends staff meetings and training courses as required.

• Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A PRESCHOOL TEACHER:

• 18 years of age or older
• Current state approved first-aid certification
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and negative TB test, must possess or obtain prior to working in ratio.
• Minimum 6 months' experience working with infants in a licensed early learning center.
• Two years of qualifying experience in childcare field an 6 credit hours in the childcare field or 60 documented training hours.
• CDA, associate degree and/or currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's program (preferred).
• Possess mature judgement and sound decision making.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, peers and supervisor.
• Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Staff Membership
• Discounted Family Membership
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
• Employee Assistant Program
• Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options

OUR YMCA 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.

Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.

Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse.  No form of abuse will be tolerated.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.