21st Century Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is looking for a Teacher’s Assistant. You will implement the day-to-day programming of the 21st Century Learning Center. You will be responsible for instruction using the BellXcel program curriculum, as well as homework assistance, academic enrichment and family engagement events. The program runs from 2:45pm-6:00pm, Monday-Thursday. Research shows that young people from underserved and low-income families often start school underprepared and fall behind their peers as a result, creating an opportunity gap. Through focused programming and support, the Y is committed to closing this gap. The Power Scholars program uses evidence based curriculum and licensed teachers to support students’ educational readiness, engagement and outcomes, and emotional and physical development while also providing afterschool childcare at no cost to students or families.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience facilitating out-of-school-time programming, preferably within underserved communities preferred
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Academic skills –proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
- Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
- Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members & families.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Love and respect for children.
- Working with Children within 30 days of hire.
- Current American Red Cross Certifications in CPR and First Aid within 30 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, preferred
Responsibilities
- Ensures proper implementation of the YMCA of Southern Nevada’s Youth Development policies and procedures
- Works closely with supervisors, school administration, parents, and teachers to develop strategies for student success
- Ensures activities are delivered as intended under the approved funding application
- Works well with small groups and/or individual scholars
- Ensure the academic and social development of scholars throughout the course of the program
- Performs all other duties as assigned
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Provide safe, secure and educational programs at the afterschool site.
- Impact the overall effectiveness of the association's implementation of the YMCA mission through youth development.
- Promote a welcoming and inclusive environment for students of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- 10% Retirement Contribution and access to our 403(b) retirement savings account
- Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts
- Rain - Instant Pay Benefits
- Join a supportive team and an organization recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace
- Make a meaningful impact in your community
- Automatic retirement contributions are made to employees 21 years or older after contributing 1,000 hours of service in each of two years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
