School Age Before / After School
About The Position
The YMCA of Greater Erie is hiring a part-time School Age Before / After School Teacher for its childcare program. The role assists the child care program director in creating a positive and enriching experience for children. The teacher supervises and guides children, models appropriate behavior, helps enroll and onboard children and their parents, and communicates with parents daily. The position also supports implementation of developmentally based lesson plans, keeps the classroom clean and orderly, maintains accurate classroom records, and ensures compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations. The teacher participates in family events and program activities. Typical hours are 25–30 per week, Monday through Friday, at one of the listed YMCA childcare locations in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Pay is up to $16.48 per hour, based on experience and educational credentials.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Currently enrolled in secondary education or have 2,500 hours of documented experience, such as babysitting.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Ability to pass a physical.
- Negative TB test.
- If not already attending or having completed secondary education, enroll in a Child Development Associate (CDA) training program within the first year of employment.
- Love for children.
- Basic understanding of child development and teaching strategies.
- Patience and ability to remain calm when stressed.
- Enjoy interacting with children, including reading and singing with them.
Responsibilities
- Assist the child care program director in ensuring children have a positive and enriching experience.
- Provide proper supervision and discipline by observing, listening, directing, and assessing children.
- Act as a role model for children.
- Assist with enrollment and onboarding for children and their parents.
- Communicate with parents daily and maintain rapport among children, parents, and the Child Care Program Director.
- Help implement lesson plans based on child development principles.
- Keep the classroom clean and organized.
- Keep classroom records up to date and accurate.
- Ensure compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations.
- Attend and participate in family events and program activities.
Benefits
- Competitive wage and benefit packages, depending on position and schedule.
- Health insurance, depending on position and schedule.
- Dental insurance, depending on position and schedule.
- Disability insurance, depending on position and schedule.
- Life insurance, depending on position and schedule.
- Funded retirement plan.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Free YMCA membership.
- Discounted program fees, including childcare.
- Flexible work schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
