ELC Assistant Teacher (PT) Jackson Early Learning Center

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general direction of the Center Director and Teacher, the part-time Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting with supervision of and implementing activities with a group of children in a child development center program.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One or more years of experience working with children ages five years and younger.
• Current state approved first-aid certification.
• Current state approved infant/child (or community if school aged) CPR certification.
• TB test or signed statement from a medical provider showing negative results for tuberculosis.
• Medical Physical Exam required by DHS.
• Completion of minimum STARS required training.
• Must meet all other required qualifications set by DHS - child care licensing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers and lead teachers in providing excellent and nurturing care to all children in the classroom.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate classroom activities.
• Maintain accurate rosters of children in care, assisting parents with sign-in and out.
• Ensure the daily schedule is followed.
• Complete daily parent reports and communication tools.
• Maintain stimulating and orderly program spaces.
• Serve meals and snacks to children.
• Comply with all risk management standards to ensure a safe environment, responding to all incidents and following the YMCA incident management process.
• Practice positive and timely communication to parents regarding their child’s experience.
• Practice positive and uplifting communication to their team.
• Assure compliance with state and local regulations.
• Maintain all training and education hours required by the State of Tennessee Department of Human Services child care Licensing.
• Attend and participate in assigned staff meetings and special events.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by and agreed to by their supervisor.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees