Afterschool School TEACHER ASSISTANT

YMCA•Waterville, IA

2d•$16 - $18

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher supports the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley’s YCare School Age Child Care program. Under the direction and supervision of the Site Director or Multi-Site Director, the role helps deliver effective programs and maintain a warm, safe, loving, and nurturing environment where children can grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually. The position supports the Y’s mission and works in harmony with its Christian nature, purposes, policies, goals, and objectives. The Assistant Teacher assists the Group Teacher with curriculum and lesson plans, supervises children, supports positive behavior, helps maintain a safe environment, and assists with program records and administrative tasks. The role also participates in YMCA functions, meetings, trainings, and required coverage at other program sites or during school holidays as needed.

Requirements

CPR, First Aid, and AED certification; certification may be obtained through the YMCA.
Meet all Association-wide training requirements and those established by the supervisor.
Meet New York State Office of Children and Family Services licensing qualifications for an Assistant Teacher.
Pass a nationwide criminal and sex offender registry background screening.
High school diploma or equivalent, or one year of experience working with children under 13 years of age.
Human-relations skills and the ability to relate to staff, volunteers, children, parents, and community members.
Knowledge of school-age children’s development.
Experience implementing programming for school-age children.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Establish positive relationships with parents, children, school personnel, and staff, and serve as a positive role model.
Assist the Group Teacher in implementing daily program curriculum and lesson plans, including arts and crafts, active games, and snack.
Assist with child supervision and ensure children are watched at all times and never left alone.
Assist with positive reinforcement and children’s disciplinary needs.
Help maintain a physically and mentally safe environment for children.
Support and participate in YMCA functions as notified by the School Age Child Care Director.
Attend required staff meetings and provide input on programming issues.
Assist with record-keeping, including daily attendance, monthly supply requests, DSS paperwork, newsletter information, and lesson plans; meet required deadlines.
Follow and enforce Association and departmental policies, including the substitute policy.
Attend YMCA programs on snow days and other school holidays, vacation days, or days off as needed.
Substitute at other YMCA School Age Child Care sites as required.
Pursue relevant training, learning opportunities, and certifications, and maintain certifications required for the position.
Maintain a workplace free from harassment and adhere to policies concerning boundaries with youth.
Attend required abuse risk management training and follow procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior and policy violations, and follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Implement the YCare Curriculum daily.