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Form of workJob Title: Toddler 1 Assistant Teacher
Reports to: Daycare Director
Work Location: Sweetheart Daycare at North Area Family YMCA
FLSA: Non-exempt – Full-time
Salary Range: $15.00/hour
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30 - 5:30 PM
A Career with a Cause:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
We are for ALL.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)
Position Summary:
This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator and the Head Teacher, the Assistant Teacher is responsible for the direct supervision, teaching and safety of the children at all times. The position requires the ability to implement quality children’s programs that are developmentally age appropriate. The Assistant Teacher provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary Range $15.00/hour; Full Time Non-Exempt
- YMCA Family Membership
- YMCA Retirement Fund Contribution: 12% (Y-10%; employee-2%)
- Health Insurance (2 plans with significant employer contribution for employee’s premium)
- Personal Time, Vacation, New York State Paid Sick Leave, and 12 Paid Holidays
YMCA Leadership Competencies:
- Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
- Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
- Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
- Be aware and adhere to New York State Department of Children and Family Services child day care regulations.
- Respect and maintain the need for confidentiality in all matters relating to children, families, staff, and center business.
- Use a problem solving approach to confront and solve problems and sources of conflict calmly, without resorting to punishment (of children), yelling violence, or gossip.
- Serve as a role model for parents, volunteers, children, and other staff members.
- Participate in recommended training programs, staff meeting, and in-service sessions.
- Report to working area at scheduled time.
- Maintain an organized classroom environment and establish methods for advance preparation of materials as need in accordance with the centers philosophy and goals.
- Demonstrate awareness of the programming needs of the Center as a whole by cooperating with the entire staff in sharing and caring for the equipment and supplies and communicating with concerns.
- Create a warm atmosphere that welcomes children, parents, and visitors.
- Consider the environment from the child’s perspective, posting visual displays at child’s eye level and sitting, kneeling, or squatting to interact with children at their level.
- Assist in caring for equipment and supplies and maintain organization of storage areas and cabinets.
- Utilize techniques outlined in the Center’s discipline policy to implement a positive approach to discipline that preserves and maintains feelings of dignity and self-respect.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience and Qualifications:
The minimum education and experience qualifications for Assistant Teachers are as follows:
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma. With some experience working with children.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:
- Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
- Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
- Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
- Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
- Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).
- Must obtain a copy of High School Diploma; or,
- If a College Degree program(s) has been completed, an official transcript(s) form will be required and a copy of all College Diploma(s) obtained.
- If CPR/MAT Certified, a copy of the card must be obtained.
Trainings & Certifications:
- Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
- Must have current CPR and First Aid within the first 30 days of employment.
- Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment.
- Must complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staff meetings).
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
- Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
