Child Care- Assistant Teacher

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA•Traverse City, MI

6d•$15 - $17

About The Position

The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is looking for individuals interested in beginning their child care career and want to work for an organization dedicated to serving our community Our center is looking for both part-time and full-time individuals and have recently increased compensation and childcare discounts Join an organization willing to invest in developing you and your career OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: We value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: We are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the lead teacher in the classroom by ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment that promotes learning and progress.

Requirements

At least 16 years of age
Must be responsible, dependable, enthusiastic, and able to communicate effectively
Previous child care experience
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/AED and First Aid (will provide training if needed)
Must have good oral and written communications skills, including computer skills
Outgoing personality and experience engaging with the public by phone and in person

Nice To Haves

Current CDA credential (recommended)
Early Childhood Education or Child Development coursework (recommended)

Responsibilities

Assist in the daily care of children and implementing Creative Curriculum
Maintain open communication with the Lead Teacher and will receive direction and ideas from the Lead Teacher
Assist in providing a safe and fun environment for the children to play, learn, and grow
Cleaning duties as outlined in the classroom cleaning checklist
Paper work including daily activity sheets, accident reports, and portfolio documentation on each child’s learning, progress, and development
Continuing education including classes, conferences, workshops, and in-services to enhance the knowledge and understanding of teaching; Completion of 16 clock hours per calendar year
Communication to director regarding issues, concerns, supplies or needs within the classroom
Appropriate communication to other staff members, children, parents, etc.
Work within the guidelines of the YMCA’s mission, areas of focus
All other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor