Childcare Afterschool Assistant
About The Position
The YMCA currently has Part-time Childcare entry-level Assistant and Teacher 1 positions available in South Orange County. Job Responsibilities: Assist with curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, and physical education. Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation. Support participants in making positive choices, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when needed to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere conducive to their success. Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners. Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required. Preferred availability Opening shifts- 6:30am to 8:00am Part-time shifts- 1:30pm to 6:00pm
Requirements
- Be over the age of 18
- Assistant: High School Diploma or equivalent
- Assistant: 6 months experience working with children preferred
- Teacher 1: 6 units in Child Development or a related field; and continuous enrollment in a minimum of 2 units per semester toward completion of 12 units required
- Teacher 1: 6 months working with children required
Responsibilities
- Assist with curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, and physical education.
- Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation.
- Support participants in making positive choices, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when needed to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere conducive to their success.
- Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.
- Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required.
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Part-time and Full-time positions are available
- FREE Gym Membership
- FREE Workout Classes
- FREE Pool Access
- FREE Training and Certifications
- FREE Virtual Health Care Solutions (Teledoc)
- Program Discounts Up to 100 percent off child care programs
- Paid Sick Time
- YMCA Retirement Fund
- Community Impact
- Flexible Schedule
- Medical and Dental Benefits available for Full-time staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
