Before and After School Teacher

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Before and After School Teacher to join our team.

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

As a Before and After School Teacher, you will support the YMCA Childcare Program year-round to serve our community with a variety of activity options to explore and develop the interests and talents of the youth with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement for children to have fun and thrive in our care.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain positive public relations with members and always represent the best interests of the YMCA.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• Support academic goals and plans for attending children.
• Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and our YMCA values which includes implementation of proximity praise, specific action compliments, and our 8 Points of Leadership.
• Maintain site and equipment, including properly implementing proper cleaning procedures and upkeep of equipment.
• Attend and participate in family nights and program activities.
  
  

Are you a good fit?

• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• You are at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED.
• You have at least one year of experience working with children in a childcare setting.
• Are willing to enroll in and complete STARS training within 60 days of employment (i.e. Ongoing 10 hours, 20/30 Hour Basic).
• You are currently certified (with documentation) or are willing to certify in Infant-Child CPR and Basic First Aid within 30 days of employment (YMCA will assist in this process.
• You are willing to obtain a Food Handlers permit (cost reimbursable), complete a pre-employment TB skin test with negative results (YMCA will assist in this process. and proof of MMR vaccination (before the first day of employment).
• Must be able to successfully complete required DCYF background and fingerprint checks before the first day of hire.
• You are able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on your first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• You have reliable transportation and the ability to assist at other childcare sites as needed.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act)
  
  

Wages: $17.50 to $19.50 per hour, depending on qualifications

Hours: Part-Time, Monday – Friday

Shift: Before school 6:00 am - 9:00 am and after school 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm (this is a year-round position, including Summer months).

Location: Peninsula School District, Gig Harbor, WA

Benefits

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
  
  

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan
  
  

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.