Infant Toddler Aide

YMCA of Honolulu; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 24,452 - 26,518; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership with employment

Referral bonuses

Up to 60% discounts on Y programs

Job summary

YMCA of Honolulu in Kailua is seeking a dedicated staff member to assist preschool teachers in our Early Learning Program. You will work with children aged 2 to 5, planning and leading age-appropriate activities in a nurturing environment.

This role requires a minimum age of 16, TB clearance, and a commitment to preventing child abuse through training and background checks. Enjoy benefits such as a free Y membership, referral bonuses, and discounts on Y programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• TB clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and leading age-appropriate individual and group activities.
• Supervises children in classrooms, play areas, and during program activities.
• Ensures a safe, nurturing, and clean environment.
• Supports lesson planning and child development evaluations.
• Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth.
• Prepares snacks and assists with diapering and toilet needs.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Ability and willingness to learn and perform a variety of program activities

Ability to work effectively with others

Job description

PAY RANGE

$17.75 - $19.25 Hourly

HOURS

Monday - Friday 7am - 5:30pm

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Assists Preschool Teacher in working with children enrolled in our Early Learning Program. Assists in planning and leading age and developmentally appropriate early learning experiences in a classroom setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 2 to 5 years of age. Reports directly to the Preschool Teacher or Program Director as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / JOB DUTIES

• Assists in planning and leading age-appropriate individual and group activities
• Supervises children in classrooms, play areas, and during program activities
• Ensures a safe, nurturing, and clean environment
• Supports lesson planning and child development evaluations
• Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth
• Prepares snacks and may assist in tending to diapering and toilet needs of children

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 16 years of age
• TB clearance

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability and willingness to learn and perform a variety of program activities, office and related tasks and activities
• Ability to work effectively with others

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• General office operations experience preferred
• Valid driver's license and clean traffic abstract preferred

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• Must meet all criminal history, employment history, child abuse/neglect history standards as required by the Department of Human Services Licensing Requirements
• Complete mandatory trainings, including First Aid and CPR, within 3 months of hire

WHY THE Y?

• Free Y membership with employment
• Referral bonuses – Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire
• Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.

CHILD PROTECTION COMMITMENT

The YMCA requires all staff to share responsibility for preventing child abuse by upholding professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns. All candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.

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