PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT

Channel Islands YMCA•Lompoc, CA

3d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in planning, supervising, and implementing childcare programs in accordance with guidelines from State of California Community Care Licensing. Provides quality care and supervision to children (visual, proactive, interactive). Provide a safe environment for all children to thrive. Guide behaviors using positive methods, keeping in mind each child’s individual needs. Assist in supervising activities and lesson plans. Ensure the program is delivering Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards. Set up and clean-up of the program area including vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, trash removal, etc. Provides exceptional customer service and fosters connections with children and families.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
High School Diploma or equivalent
Complete six semester units of early childhood education or child development course work or be in progress with at least 2 units a semester until complete
Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire
Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire
Ability to obtain Criminal Record Clearance

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, supervising, and implementing childcare programs in accordance with guidelines from State of California Community Care Licensing
Provides quality care and supervision to children (visual, proactive, interactive)
Provide a safe environment for all children to thrive
Guide behaviors using positive methods, keeping in mind each child’s individual needs
Assist in supervising activities and lesson plans
Ensure the program is delivering Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards
Set up and clean-up of the program area including vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, trash removal, etc
Provides exceptional customer service and fosters connections with children and families