Youth Development Teacher Aid AM Care - Los Cerritos

YMCA of Greater Long Beach•Bellflower, CA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance for program participants in the classroom. Focuses on providing a quality experience to children and parents that embodies the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current CPR and 1st Aid Certification required within the first 3 months of employment.
Criminal Clearance, including fingerprints.
Health Exam Screening with Negative TB test and Negative Drug test screening.
Completion of online New Employee Orientation and Child Abuse Prevention Training.
Previous experience with diverse populations.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.

Nice To Haves

College units preferred.
6 months experience working with and supervising children preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting supervisor in planning and implementing the program for children in accordance with YMCA policies and partnering agency specifications.
Assisting with curriculum development and implementation, and maintaining records and reports such as attendance and snack rosters.
Working in a team environment to ensure adequate program enrichment for participants.
Ensuring the program has necessary supplies and equipment, and reporting any issues to the direct supervisor.
Conducting health checks of children upon arrival to the program.
Preparing and developing age-appropriate lesson plans consistent with the YMCA mission.
Presenting subject matter to students using various methods and techniques in a positive environment.
Supervising children, the classroom, and all activities.
Making ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
Maintaining communication with parents and engaging them as volunteers.
Attending all staff meetings, trainings, and other YMCA functions as required by the Supervisor.
Maintaining open lines of communication with participants, staff, and supervisor.
Performing other duties as assigned.