Childcare Afterschool Teacher

YMCA of Orange County; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in community services is seeking passionate childcare Teachers to join their dynamic team in South Orange County. This role involves planning and implementing engaging curriculum-aligned activities that promote social-emotional learning and physical education. Ideal candidates will have experience with children ages 5-12 and relevant educational qualifications. The organization offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including tuition reimbursement and free access to workout classes and pool facilities. If you are dedicated to fostering youth success and community impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

FREE Workout Classes

FREE Pool Access

FREE Training and Certifications

FREE Virtual Health Care Solutions

Program Discounts

Paid Sick Time

YMCA Retirement Fund

Medical and Dental Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 5-12 in daycare or camp settings.
• Relevant educational qualifications in Child Development or Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee curriculum-aligned activities for children.
• Foster youth success through mentorship and encouragement.
• Maintain documentation and record daily attendance.

Skills

Mentorship

Communication

Curriculum Planning

Engagement Strategies

Education

12 units in Child Development

6 units in Education or related fields

Job description

The YMCA currently has Full-time and Part-time childcare Teacher positions available in South Orange County.

The key roles of the Teacher position include:

• Plan, implement, and oversee curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM / STEAM, and physical education.
• Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation.
• Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.
• Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required.
• Preferred availability: Opening shifts - 6:30am to 8:00am; Part-time shifts - 1:30pm to 6:00pm; Full-time positions also available.

Qualifications

Requirements & Experience for Teacher:

• Be over the age of 18.
• Experience working with children ages 5-12 in a daycare, after-school program, or camp required (6 months for Teacher 2 and 1 year for Teacher 3).
• Teacher 2: 12 units in Child Development or a related field.
• Teacher 3: 12 college units with 6 units in Child Development and/or Education. 6 units may be in Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Physical Education, Art, and Music. 15-hour preventative health practice certifications within 90 days of employment. Complete YMCA Core trainings within the first 60 days of employment.
• Upload your transcripts when applying.

Benefits of working with the Y:

• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Part-time and Full-time positions are available.
• FREE Workout Classes.
• FREE Pool Access.
• FREE Training and Certifications.
• FREE Virtual Health Care Solutions (Teledoc).
• Program Discounts up to 100 percent off child care programs.
• Paid Sick Time.
• YMCA Retirement Fund.
• Community Impact.
• Medical and Dental Benefits available for Full-time staff.

The YMCA has opportunities available in the areas below: