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Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2025

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Early Learning Assistant Teacher to join our team.

The YMCAfocuses 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 theEarly Learning Assistant Teacher,you will support the Lead Teacher at the YMCA Early Learning Center (ELC) year-round to serve our community with a variety ofactivity options to explore and develop the interests and talents of the youthso that children have fun, grow and thrive in our care.You will help in providing balanced recreation, education, and character development through enriched activities.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Support and participate in ongoing recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment.
  • Participate in planning the educational programs curriculum, and assist with the implementation of the daily classroom curriculum.
  • Prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom curriculum.
  • Plan and carry out educational planning meetings with families.
  • Complete daily attendance / meal count and / or snack production record.
  • Assist with record keeping on individual children and families as directed by Early Learning Center Director.
  • Complete written observations of individual children throughout the year. Develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry.
  • Prepare and serve snacks and meals; participate in and facilitate mealtime service and join children at the table for support and conversation.

Are you a good fit?

  • You are at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.
  • You have at least oneyear of experience working in an Early Learning setting.
  • Have or are willing to obtain an Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate.
  • You enjoy working with children and diverse populations.
  • You are able to lead a large group using behavior management skills.
  • You have or commit to obtaining CPR, Basic First Aid, Food Handlers, TB test, Child Care Basic STARS, proof of MMR vaccine, and a Merit account.
  • Able up to lift 50 lbs. and move quickly to engage with the children.
  • You are able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on your first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
  • Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
  • You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
  • Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
  • Wage : $17.50 to $19.50 per hour, depending on qualifications

    Hours : Full-Time 40 hour a week

    Location : YMCA University Place Early Learning Center, Tacoma, WA

    Benefits :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options
  • YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
  • Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
  • 8 paid Holidays / Floating Holidays per year
  • 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, Child Care services, and merchandise
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees
  • Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website atwww.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.

    Salary : $18 - $20

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