Teacher's Assistant - SL Community Family Center ECE

YMCA of Northern Utah•Taylorsville, UT

4d•$14 - $17

About The Position

The Teacher's Assistant Early Childhood at the YMCA of Northern Utah supports the Y’s mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The role helps maintain a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes young people’s potential, and provides a quality experience for children and their families. The position primarily works with children ages 3–5. This announcement is representative rather than an exhaustive account of the role; other duties and activities may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Pass a background check with fingerprinting before hire or within 10 days of hire.
Obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications within 60 days of hire.
Obtain a state-approved Food Handlers permit within 10 days of hire.
Complete Child Abuse Prevention training during onboarding.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate activities.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or developmental setting.
Previous experience with diverse populations.
Written and verbal Spanish.

Responsibilities

Supervise children, the classroom, and program activities.
Follow procedures and standards established by law or the Y, make ADA accommodations where appropriate, and maintain the program site, equipment, and required records.
Nurture children through purposeful programming and create activities that support their academic, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Build positive rapport and shared interests with youth.
Demonstrate reliability, flexibility, organization, and the ability to follow directions and assigned tasks.
Maintain a clean, safe work area and practice good safety habits.
Communicate with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress, and connect families to the Y.
Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training, including activities or training that may occur on Saturdays or days off.
Participate in professional development for Early Childhood Education and YMCA Leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.