FT Assistant Teacher - Infant Room

Westfield Area YMCA•Westfield, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Westfield Area YMCA is looking for a Full-Time Assistant Teacher to join our Early Learning team in the Infant Room! Candidates must be energetic and highly motivated with strong communication skills. This is a permanent position, not a summer seasonal one, and requires availability throughout the school year. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with the Head Teacher to implement planned activities and curriculum focused on youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living. The ideal candidate is reliable, flexible, experienced with infants, and passionate about teaching.

Requirements

Must possess a CDA, and/or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood; OR High School diploma and 2 years classroom experience as an aide or other suitable experience with children in a licensed center
Must enroll, at your expense, and complete a CDA program within the first year of employment or be currently enrolled in college with min 12 credits in EC education or approved related field and be enrolled as a student while employed until receipt of degree.
If the incumbent possesses only a HS Diploma, must be at least 18 years of age
Must have the ability to take charge of a group of children, and come up with activities/games at a moments notice, as needed
Must possess, maintain and renew CPR for the Professional Rescuer, EPI, Asthma and First Aid within 90 days of hire. (training done on-site)
Must have the stamina and physical flexibility (walking, sitting, standing, bending, running, stretching, reaching) to participate in children's activities and communicate with children face-to-face.