UPK Aide Substitute - Wyoming County YMCA

Glow YMCA • Wyoming, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a substitute aide for preschool at the Wyoming County YMCA. It is minimum wage and you may be asked to fill in with little notice. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the UPK Aide is responsible for guiding and nurturing preschool students and assisting the UPK teacher in supervising program participants, ensuring their safety and success.

Requirements

• Valid New York state Drivers License
• At least 18 years of age.
• Child Abuse Prevention training and Employee Sexual Harassment training are required at hire for which you will be paid 3.5 hours.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date provided by the YMCA at no cost to you.
• Minimum of 6 months previous experience working with preschool age children.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with the implementation of curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Assist the UPK teacher in implementing daily lesson/activity plans.
• Supervises the children, classroom and all activities.
• Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Responsible for the health, welfare and safety of participants.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and staff trainings.

Benefits

• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications provided at no cost to you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed