Teacher- All Ages

YMCA of Greater Erie•Erie, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater Erie is hiring a part-time Teacher for its childcare program. The Teacher assists the Child Care Program Director in providing a positive, enriching experience for children. The role includes supervising and appropriately guiding children, serving as a positive role model, assisting with enrollment and onboarding, communicating with parents daily, implementing lesson plans based on child development principles, and maintaining an orderly classroom and accurate records. The Teacher also helps ensure compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations and participates in family events and program activities. The typical schedule is 25–30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, at one of the listed YMCA childcare locations in the Erie, Pennsylvania area. Pay is up to $16.48 per hour, depending on experience and educational credentials.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Be currently enrolled in Secondary Education or have 2,500 hours of documented experience, such as babysitting.
Be able to pass a background check.
Be able to pass a physical.
Have a negative TB test.
Enroll in a CDA (Child Development Associate) training program within the first year of employment if not already attending or having completed secondary education.
Have a love for children.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of child development and teaching strategies.
Patience and ability to remain calm when stressed.
Enjoyment of reading and singing with children.

Responsibilities

Assist the Child Care Program Director in providing a positive and enriching experience for children.
Provide proper supervision and discipline by observing, listening, directing, and assessing children.
Act as a role model for children.
Assist with enrollment and onboarding of children and their parents into the Y Program.
Communicate with parents daily and maintain positive rapport among children, parents, and the Child Care Program Director.
Help implement lesson plans based on child development principles.
Keep the classroom clean and orderly.
Keep classroom records accurate and up to date.
Ensure compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations.
Attend and participate in family events and program activities.