Teacher's Aide

YMCA of Columbia Willamette; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Childcare Discounts

Free YMCA Membership

Retirement Plan

Flexible Scheduling

Career Path

Job summary

YMCA of Columbia Willamette in Portland is seeking a part-time Teacher's Aide to support before and after school programs. You will assist lead staff in maintaining a safe, engaging classroom and foster positive relationships with children, families, and school partners.

This role requires enrollment in the Oregon State Childcare Registry, CPR/First Aid and Food Handler certifications (or ability to obtain within 30 days) and being at least 14 years old; flexible scheduling and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must pass YMCA Background Check.
• Current enrollment or ability to enroll in Oregon State Childcare Registry prior to employment.
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• At least 14 years of age.

Responsibilities

• A Teacher's Aide will work under the guidance of teachers to maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate classroom and to implement a fun, engaging curriculum.
• Assist lead staff and foster positive relationships with children, parents, and the school community.
• Work primarily at YMCA Before and After School programs in Portland; may travel to other YMCA sites within the Columbia-Willamette Association.

Education

Oregon State Childcare Registry enrollment

CPR and First Aid certification

Food Handlers certification

Job description

Job Description

Description:

Do you want rewarding work focused on providing a fun, safe, and positive social-emotional experience for students before and after school? Work alongside other passionate individuals to support and enrich the lives of our school age students.

The YMCA is looking for fun, hard working, individuals looking to make an impact in our community. This position will assist in providing after school care at Portland Public Schools. This is a part time position with hours from 2:00-6:00pm.

Benefits:

• Sick Pay: 1.5 hours for every 40 hours worked
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare and Program Discounts
• Free Household Membership to a YMCA Fitness Facility
• Retirement Plan: 8% contribution after two years worked (must meet certain criteria).
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Path: Promotion to management positions from within the organization
  

Job Responsibilities:

A Teacher's Aide will work in the program under the guidance and instruction of teachers. Responsibilities include assisting lead staff in maintaining a safe and developmentally appropriate classroom environment, implementing a fun and engaging curriculum, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and the school community. Work is primarily performed at YMCA Before and After School programs in Portland. At times, staff may be asked to travel outside of Portland to fill in at other childcare sites within the YMCA Columbia-Willamette Association. There may be times when staff are asked to attend company events outside of their regular schedule. Staff will be notified ahead of time if and when this happens.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Pass a YMCA Background Check
• Current enrollment in the Oregon State Childcare Registry or ability to enroll prior to employment.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Current Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• At least 14 years of age