Impactful Assistant Teacher — Kids' Care & Learning

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Daylesford (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Insurance benefits

Babysitting while you work

Program discounts

Retirement plan

Employee assistance

Education reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is hiring for a full-time childcare position at Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn, PA. The role focuses on supervising students, providing a safe environment, and engaging children in developmentally appropriate activities.

Training and DHS compliance are required within 90 days, with robust benefits and PTO for full-time staff. The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED, 2,500 childcare hours, CDA certification, and education credits in early childhood,

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and 2,500 hours of childcare experience preferred.
• 30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education.
• 15 college credit hours and one-year experience related to the care.
• 2,500 hours of service and a current CDA certificate.
• Maintain an up-to-date DHS file and obtain trainings within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supervision of all students.
• Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment.
• Engage with the children to encourage development and participation.
• Maintain attendance and incident records and sign in/out sheets.
• Greet parents and children daily and report concerns to the lead teacher or director.
• Use positive guidance to support children and follow procedures.
• Provide care for the needs of children and ensure policy compliance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Childcare experience

Supervision

Engagement with children

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

30 credit hours early childhood/related field

15 college credit hours and related experience

Current CDA certificate

DHS file up-to-date

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is hiring for a full-time childcare position at Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn, PA. The role focuses on supervising students, providing a safe environment, and engaging children in developmentally appropriate activities.

Training and DHS compliance are required within 90 days, with robust benefits and PTO for full-time staff. The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED, 2,500 childcare hours, CDA certification, and education credits in early childhood,