Before and After School Lead Teacher

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties•Tacoma, WA

1d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Before and After School Lead Teacher to join their team. The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across their neighborhoods. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As the Before and After Lead Teacher, you will support the YMCA Child Care Program year-round to serve our community with a variety of activity options to explore and develop interests and talents of the youth with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement for children to have fun and thrive in our care.

Requirements

Enjoy working with school-aged children and have previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.
Be at least 21 years old.
Have 12 or more college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, and Elementary Education or equivalent educational background in courses relating to early learning or child development.
Be committed to completing STARS training within 60 days of hire and will complete all WA State educational requirements within 4 years from hire.
Be certified in Infant-Child CPR and Basic First Aid, and have a valid Food Handlers Permit or be willing to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Be willing to obtain a Food Handlers permit (cost reimbursable), complete a pre-employment TB skin test with negative results and proof of MMR vaccination (before the first day of employment).
Must be able to successfully complete required DCYF background and fingerprint checks before the first day of hire.
Be able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on your first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
Have reliable transportation and the ability to assist at other childcare sites as needed.
Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
Be committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Nice To Haves

Two years of full-time management experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Conduct parent conferences, and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
Work closely with the program director and branch leadership team to advocate for team needs and collaborate on partnership opportunities when appropriate.
Provide feedback and deliver on the onboarding of new site staff; implement training guidelines, including shadowing and coaching new staff during the program.
Ensure the program maintains conformance with all YMCA policies and procedures and the Washington Administrative Code.
Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and our YMCA values which includes implementation of proximity praise, specific action compliments, and our 8 Points of Leadership.
Attend and participates in family nights and program activities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options
YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
Professional training, education and certification opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees
20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise