Youth Development Assistant Teacher — Flexible Schedule & Benefits

YMCA; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family YMCA membership

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Holiday pay

Flexible schedules

Child Watch service

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is hiring an ECEAP Assistant Teacher - South Hill in Spokane, WA. This full-time role supports the Y's youth development and community initiatives within an inclusive learning environment.

You will work under the Lead Teacher to implement age-appropriate curricula, maintain safety standards, and engage families in program activities while promoting the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Must have, or willing to receive, Early Childhood Education Certificate within 5 years of hire.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental, diverse setting required.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Negative TB test within the past 6 months, MMR Vaccination required.
• Registration in DCYF MERIT and completion of Blood Borne Pathogens training, portable background check.
• Completion of 30 Hours Basic Training or Educational Exemption within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Cultivates positive relationships with children, families and co-workers dedicated to the learning and success of each child.
• Support in classrooms by supervising, engaging, and guiding children in purposeful programming.
• Adheres to ECEAP, DCYF licensing, Early Achievers and YMCA standards; follows ADA accommodations and safety procedures.
• Assist in planning and implementing educational curriculum based on child development and program curriculum.
• Observe and evaluate individual children as required by ECEAP; maintain program records as requested by supervisor.
• Maintain clean, well-organized classrooms and equipment for a conducive learning environment.

Education

Early Childhood Education Certificate

DCYF MERIT registration

Blood Borne Pathogens training

Portable background check

First Aid/CPR Certifications

30 Hours Basic Training

MMR Vaccination

TB test within past 6 months

Job description

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is hiring an ECEAP Assistant Teacher - South Hill in Spokane, WA. This full-time role supports the Y's youth development and community initiatives within an inclusive learning environment.

You will work under the Lead Teacher to implement age-appropriate curricula, maintain safety standards, and engage families in program activities while promoting the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.