Early Learning Teacher Assistant (All Locations)

YMCA of Metro Atlanta • Madison, GA

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About The Position

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children younger than five in a state licensed center.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• NAEYC or Quality Rated experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of a high-quality educational experience for children and families.
• Implement the program based on the program's goals and objectives.
• Utilize curriculum goals and objectives to develop lesson plans.
• Create activities that relate to weekly studies and extend on what students know.
• Implement family style meals and engage children in conversation.
• Maintain compliance with the Y’s Way to the Creative Curriculum goals and objectives.
• Design an environment that protects children’s health and safety.
• Provide adequate supervision of children during all activities.
• Maintain assessment records to meet GOLD guidelines.
• Conduct Brigance screenings for all students within the timelines given.
• Encourage family involvement during all branch activities and events.
• Evaluate and improve own performance based on feedback.
• Attend required training sessions and professional development.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits and career opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve in various capacities.
• Culture of excellence and values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees