What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher position at YMCA of Long Island, Inc.?
BENEFITS:
- Sign-On Bonus
- Medical and Dental Benefits
- Free Y Gym Membership
- YMCA Child Care Discounts
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Sick Leave
- Referral Program (earn up to $200 for each)
- Retirement savings plan
POSITION SUMMARY:
As Assistant Teacher, you will support the Lead Teacher to ensure that families receive quality services which provide for growth in academics, social and emotional development, and that the program meets the educational, physical and developmental needs of the program participants. You will assist the Lead Teacher in planning, scheduling and implementing the daily program, and making daily observations of the children. Responsibilities also include communicating effectively with the parents/guardians by keeping them up to date on their children’s progress and providing a nurturing and caring environment for the children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining healthy and safe classroom environment of children.
- Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining the organization/appearance and décor of the assigned classroom (bulletin boards, displays, storage areas, general cleanliness, etc.).
- Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing an age appropriate curriculum.
- Work with the different age groups and classes upon request.
- Participate in staff meetings, training and workshops to enhance professional growth.
- Provide consistent interaction, encouragement, nurturance for all children on all levels (floors, sitting at tables, etc.)
- Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. Assist in response to all parent inquiries and concerns in timely manner.
- Attend trainings and meetings in absence of Lead Teacher, and at other times as requested or appropriate.
- Adhere to all Department of Health and YMCA of Long Island standards, expectations and regulations.
- Maintain hygiene habits in accordance with CDC guidelines.
COMPETENCIES:
- Inclusion
- Emotional Maturity
- Functional Expertise
QUALIFICATIONS:
- An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field; or a Child Development Associate Credential or 9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field.
- Two years related experience in a group setting with preschool children.
- Maintain training requirements as required by the Office of Licensing.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Experience in assisting with curriculum implementation and being a contributing team member is essential.
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
- Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will or may be required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity.
- The work is performed both indoors and out, and may require travel to various locations.
- Plan, lead and participate in a variety of physical activities.
HOW TO APPLY:
Email your resume and cover letter to christina.ryan@ymcali.org.
SALARY RANGE:
Starting at $17.00 p/h
The YMCA of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an open and inclusive organization, welcoming a diverse workforce free of discrimination based on protected class status, including race, religion/creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation or belief, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other impermissible basis.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
