Teacher Assistant

YMC; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Hartford is seeking a part-time Teacher’s Aide to work on-site in Glastonbury, CT. Under the Head Teacher, you will lead on-site activities, support children, and contribute to a respectful, inclusive environment aligned with the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, are dependable team players, and can manage basic behavioral guidance. Certification in CT Child Care and CPR within 90 days is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Certification in Connecticut Child Care and CPR within 90 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Teacher in preparation and delivery of daily activities.
• Engage with children during activities and playtimes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of toys and materials.
• Communicate any issues with supervisor promptly.
• Uphold confidentiality and YMCA values in all interactions.

Skills

Team player

Dependable

Behavior management

Communication skills

Education

Connecticut Child Care Certification

Adult & Child CPR Certification

Job description

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Teacher Assistant

Part Time Under 20 Glastonbury, Glastonbury, CT, US

19 days ago Requisition ID: 4408

YMCA of Greater Hartford Job Description

Job Title: Teacher’s Aide

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Grade:

Primary Department: SACC

Reports to: Child Development Director

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all committed to helping people reach their potential in spirit, mind, and body. Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Head Teacher, the Teacher’s Aide works for the YMCA of Greater Hartford and is responsible for on-site activity leadership, working directly with children. Must enjoy working with children, be a team player, be dependable and possess knowledge of positive behavior management techniques.

Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Head Teacher in the preparation and delivery of daily activities by completing assigned tasks.
• Serve our diverse communities equitably and act with an inclusive, anti-racist lens at all times; promote a brave, respectful culture at the Y.
• Actively participate with children in all activities and during play times, ensuring premier quality and innovation.
• Be responsible for clean-up and maintenance of toys and materials after each activity.
• Communicate immediately any problems or concerns with the program, staff, children or parents to immediate Supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality of information provided by parents, staff and administration.
• Report immediately to supervisor any evidence of child abuse including physical, mental, emotional and/or neglect.
• Attend the minimum number of training hours per year as required by State law and/or accrediting agencies, as approved by supervisor.
• Consistently provide friendly, courteous assistance, exceeding customers’ expectations every day, which includes building and maintaining healthy
  professional relationships with parents, children, host agencies, and staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Provides a quality experience for everyone, including but not limited to Health Seekers, Members, Participants, Internal Customers, Fellow Staff
  Members and others.
• Treats everyone with courtesy, respect, and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works as a team member.
• All duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Qualified Candidate must be at least 16 years old.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Works effectively with children, families and other staff.
• Able to be certified in Connecticut Child Care, Adult & Child CPR and attain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Possess good oral communication, written communication, and public speaking skills.
• Positive, appropriate interaction with the children in the program and other staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 30 pounds in weight.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency