Early Learning Assistant - Licensed Childcare
About The Position
Where passion meets impact At Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County, our goal is to develop our next generation of community leaders. We are proud to be the largest youth serving organization in Whatcom County and we are always looking for dedicated educators to enrich our classrooms, Clubhouses, and our community. We believe it is important for our team to reflect the diverse neighborhoods we are located in and strive to be a safe, patient place for all kids. Our Early Learning Centers are actively seeking Early Learning Assistants who enjoy helping youth meet developmental milestones through play and fun. Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Early Learning Assistant will support the Lead Teacher in implementing a variety of activities to promote physical, mental and social development for youth ages birth through 6 years of age. The Assistant visibly enjoys working with children and strives to create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills. The Assistant fosters positive relationships with children, families, staff and school personnel. The Assistant should be passionate about implementing great programming in a busy environment. If you enjoy playing with kids and want to make a difference, you've come to the right place and we look forward to meeting you! Visit our website to learn more about how we are inspiring opportunities and modeling excellence for everyone who walks through our doors.
Responsibilities
- support the Lead Teacher in implementing a variety of activities to promote physical, mental and social development for youth ages birth through 6 years of age
- visibly enjoys working with children and strives to create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills
- fosters positive relationships with children, families, staff and school personnel
- passionate about implementing great programming in a busy environment
Benefits
- Low or no cost childcare for most employees registered with MERIT
- Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
- Paid holidays (8 for Full-Time and 5 for Part-Time) + 1 self-selected holiday per year
- Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage)
- Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
- Vision insurance for Full-Time (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
- Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
- Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
- Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
- No weekend work
- Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees
- 401k plan after 60 days (up to 6% match after 1 year of service)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
