NV Ready Preschool Resource Teacher
About The Position
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is looking for a preschool teacher’s aide to assist in our Nevada Ready Classroom. You will work with the lead teacher to implement curriculum and engage with preschoolers. This is a full-time in-person position located at the Skyview YMCA Early Learning Village. ABOUT NEVADA READY: Nevada Ready! State pre-K (NR!PK) is a state funded pre-kindergarten program designed to support 4-year-old children whose families have a household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. NR!PK implements high-quality practices through a variety of program requirements including highly qualified teachers, developmentally appropriate curriculum and inclusive learning environments.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Six semester hours of early or elementary childhood study required.
- American Red Cross CPR, AED and First Aid.
- The following courses must be completed within 30 days of hire: Blood borne Pathogens, Signs and Symptoms of Illness, Reporting and Recognizing Child Abuse & Neglect, 3 hours of Child Development, 2 hours of Health & Wellness, and apply for Nevada Registry.
- Building/physical premises safety, emergency preparation, medication administration, and allergies training required within 30 days of hire.
- Working with Children within 30 days of hire date.
- Staff are to attend all Preschool trainings and in-services required by Supervisor.
Nice To Haves
- Two years’ experience in the field of early or elementary childcare education preferred.
- Strong skills in: communication, leadership, judgment, and creativity.
- Bi-lingual Spanish/English strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- To interact, initiate and encourage the children in the activities during the day
- To help the children control behavior using a positive, appropriate approach; always to use consistent technique.
- To provide nurturance but to help the children become independent
- To maintain good communication with parents and help make each parent feel at ease within the school
- To assist the teacher in planning activities for the group and to offer suggestions and information about the children when needed
- To develop a cooperating and supportive attitude within the room
- To assist the master teacher in record keeping by passing on observations regarding the children’s health, behavior and development
- Will float between classrooms and will assist with before school/after school care as assigned
- To attend bi-weekly and quarterly staff meetings
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising children.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Benefits
- 10 Paid holidays
- Generous PTO plan that increases with years of service
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- 10% Retirement Contribution and access to our 403(b) retirement savings account
- Rain - Instant Pay Benefit
- Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts
- Free summer camp and 50% off preschool for your children
- Become part of a collaborative team that includes dedicated maintenance staff, swim instructors, and children's fitness specialists - so you can focus on what you do best: teaching and nurturing young learners
- Opportunity to earn a college degree for free with one class per semester through Nevada's T.E.A.C.H. program
- Join an organization recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace
- Make a meaningful impact in your community
- Automatic retirement contributions are made to employees 21 years or older after contributing 1,000 hours of service in each of two years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
