Afterschool Teacher - Woodside Y-Kids ELOP

Visit the YMCA of the East Bay Today with 5 Central Locations•Pleasant Hill, CA

About The Position

The Afterschool Teacher provides direction for the Woodside Y-Kids ELOP program and classroom and implements curriculum in alignment with the YMCA of the East Bay’s goals, policies, and mission. The role supports a quality experience for children and parents rooted in the YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring, while serving as a consistent role model for children. Y-Kids is a structured before- and after-school program offering educational and recreational opportunities, physical activities, healthy snacks, and positive reinforcement. The program emphasizes STEM, innovation, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. The teacher helps promote each child’s growth and development, cares for children’s health and well-being, maintains communication with families and school personnel, and ensures program and licensing requirements are followed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet educational and experience qualifications established by California state law and Community Care Licensing, including 12 ECE units.
At least one year of previous experience working in a professional child care or school-aged program.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
At least 18 years of age.
Pass pre-employment health screening and obtain TB clearance.
Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificates, including a total of 15 hours of preventative health and safety training, or completion of this training within 90 days of hire.
LiveScan fingerprinting and criminal record clearance.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential job functions and supervise program activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds, bend and stand frequently, walk for long periods, clearly monitor indoor and outdoor activities, and quickly respond to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement curriculum within established guidelines and prepare supplies and equipment for program activities.
Work cooperatively with staff to ensure program quality.
Provide direction to Assistant Teachers and Teacher’s Aides as needed.
Promote children’s individual growth and exploration, recognize their needs, and provide opportunities to enrich their development.
Care for children’s health and well-being; provide first aid when necessary and promptly report incidents or injuries to parents, the director, and the branch as appropriate.
Use appropriate, consistent, age-appropriate discipline methods that reinforce positive behavior.
Report and document notable behavior and situations to the appropriate supervisor according to policies and procedures.
Maintain effective communication with school personnel, families, children, parents, and community agencies; explain program standards and policies and provide ongoing feedback to parents, including through conferences and assessments.
Maintain required program records.
Attend and actively participate in program activities, department trainings, staff meetings, and special events as scheduled.
Keep the center clean and presentable.
Ensure licensing standards and regulations are met at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned.