Impactful Childcare Assistant Teacher | Early Learning

Ymca-of-Greater-Brandywine; Atglen (Chester County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Babysitting while you work (up to 4h/d

Program discounts on childcare, camp,…

12% retirement employer contribution

403B retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education reimbursement

Tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill |

Career development and paid training

Referral bonus up to $300

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is hiring two Assistant Teachers to support our childcare program at the Octorara YMCA. One shift serves infants from 7 AM to 1 PM and the other serves preschoolers from 1 PM to 6 PM.

Maintain a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment; greet families; complete records; follow DHS procedures; collaborate with the lead teacher and director; promote healthy living and social responsibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2,500 hours of childcare experience preferred.
• 30 credit hours in early childhood or related field education, OR 15 college credits and one-year experience related to the care.
• Current CDA certificate is preferred.
• Maintain up-to-date DHS file; complete new hire trainings within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supervision of all students.
• Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment.
• Engage with the children to encourage development and involvement in activities.
• Maintain records: accident/incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance.
• Greet parents and children daily; report concerns to lead teacher or director.
• Use positive guidance to support children.
• Follow DHS procedures and assist others in doing so.
• Provide care for the needs of children.
• Ensure compliance with YGBW policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Childcare experience

Safety awareness

Communication with families

Positive guidance

Education

High school diploma or GED

2,500 hours of childcare experience

30 college credits in early childhood or related field

Current CDA certificate

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is hiring two Assistant Teachers to support our childcare program at the Octorara YMCA. One shift serves infants from 7 AM to 1 PM and the other serves preschoolers from 1 PM to 6 PM.

Maintain a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment; greet families; complete records; follow DHS procedures; collaborate with the lead teacher and director; promote healthy living and social responsibility.