Empowerment Childcare Teacher

YWCA of Asheville and WNC; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare eligibility

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Retirement Plan

Free fitness center membership

11 paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

YWCA of Asheville is seeking an Empowerment Childcare Teacher to ensure a safe, engaging environment for children and to support families with professionalism and care.

You will work with a Co-Teacher to plan activities, maintain records, and communicate daily updates to families while promoting healthy lifestyles and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• EDU119 (or willingness to obtain certification).
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Prior experience working with children in a daycare setting; private nanny or babysitting accepted with a reference.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
• Greet parents and communicate quality of care.
• Supervise and engage children with age-appropriate activities.
• Prepare and serve healthy food options.
• Monitor staffing and maintain child-to-staff ratios; manage sign-in/out protocols.
• Keep accurate child and parent records; monitor allergies.
• Provide daily updates on activities and progress; coordinate with parents.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences and home visits as needed.
• Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate curriculum with the Co-Teacher.
• Support health, nutrition, and family services in collaboration with partners.
• Maintain daily sanitation of classroom surfaces and toys.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EDU119

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

The YWCA of Asheville is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. As part of the YWCA of Asheville team, this role directly supports our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women by providing dependable, high-quality care that allows families to thrive. The Empowerment Childcare Teacher ensures the safety, well-being, and engagement of children in the Empowerment Childcare Center. This position provides structured activities, maintains a clean and sanitary environment, and supports children and their families with professionalism and care. Serving both Motherlove participants and members, this role promotes a safe and stimulating environment while maintaining compliance with program guidelines.

• Free monthly childcare eligibility with the Early Learning Program
• Health Insurance (MedCost)
• Life Insurance (Mutual of Omaha)
• Short-Term Disability (Mutual of Omaha)
• Retirement Plan
• Fitness & Aquatics Center: Free membership for employees; family members may be added for $20/month.
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays per year, with flexibility for religious observances.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Duties and Responsibilities

Childcare and Supervision

• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment by following prescribed sanitation methods and organizing the space efficiently.
• Greet parents warmly, ensuring confidence in the quality of care provided.
• Supervise and engage children in age-appropriate activities, implementing approved redirection methods when necessary.
• Prepare and serve healthy food options in compliance with established guidelines.

Program Operations and Compliance

• Monitor staffing levels to maintain child-to-staff ratios, adjusting intake as needed. Facilitate volunteer activities, ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Enforce sign-in and sign-out procedures and report non-compliance, such as late pickups, to the Director.
• Keep all child and parent records, including contact details and allergy information, accurate and up to date.

Family Engagement

• Provide daily updates on children’s activities, progress, and any concerns.
• Coordinate with parents regarding necessary provisions and offer guidance as appropriate.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences and home visits (if required) to support children’s development.
• Maintain a professional and supportive approach in all interactions.

Classroom Management and Teaching

• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment aligned with health and safety regulations.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities in collaboration with the Co-Teacher.
• Foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through creative and structured activities while modeling respectful behavior.

Collaboration and Teamwork

• Work closely with the Co-Teacher to manage classroom operations, including scheduling and lesson planning.
• Engage volunteers effectively and coordinate with service providers to integrate health, nutrition, family, and special education services.
• Administrative and Professional Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate records, including assessments and documentation for school transitions.
• Ensure daily sanitation of classroom surfaces, toys, and facilities.
• Stay informed on best practices in early childhood education and participate in professional development training.
• Support YWCA initiatives, including promoting healthy lifestyles and childhood obesity prevention.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean and structured environment.
• Ability to engage with children effectively while promoting a positive and nurturing atmosphere.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with parents, children, and staff.
• Capacity to follow health, safety, and program guidelines.
• Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• EDU119 (or willingness to obtain certification).
• Prior experience working with children in a daycare setting. Private nanny or babysitting experience also accepted with a reference provided.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Working Conditions

• May be scheduled to work some hours at an alternate location, the Family Justice Center.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including day and evening hours and some Saturday mornings.
• Regular interaction with children in an active environment, which may involve managing challenging behavior.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for extended periods, engage in physical activities with children, and assist with light cleaning.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Travel Required:

Minimal travel may be required for supplies or program needs.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or activities. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the program.