The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Position:  Assistant Teacher Salary:  $16.00 per hour
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job.
About the Job
Assists Teachers in developing and preparing plans outlining learning experiences and activities for a group of children. Implements the program to meet the needs, special interest and capabilities of children and in accordance with the teacher’s lesson plan. Responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including understanding and being able to implement emergency procedures as necessary. Attends parent-child events as required. Attends staff meetings and in-service training to meet the continuing education requirement established by the licensing office. Assists in maintaining clean and attractive classroom, including shelves, closets, and drawers. Provides a neat, clean environment for all children including snack/kitchen area, and monitors children’s activities to ensure that children clean up after themselves. Communicates with parents through the teacher. Assists children during transitional times and changes in the daily schedule. Interacts with the children at all times, especially during snack time, group activity, and outdoor time. Observes behavior of children and discusses unusual behaviors with the teacher. Demonstrates flexibility to move from one group of children to another, when requested. Participates in special events, field trips or special programs. Becomes familiar with state regulations and inspection procedures, as well as the policies and procedures as outlined in the staff handbook. Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular. Assists staff with other duties as needed and required for the operation of the program. Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular. Administers quality child care programs that reflect a positive image of the YMCA and its services to the community. Promotes positive growth and nurturing of children in the program by meeting individual developmental needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have high school diploma or GED. Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test.
• Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting.
• Must meet the county/state licensing requirements.
• Must have one year teaching experience in a licensed center.
• Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude.
• Must be able to work as a team member.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have high school diploma or GED
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
Must meet the county/state licensing requirements
Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude
Must be able to work as a team member
Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents
Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development

Assists Teacher in developing and preparing plans outlining learning experiences and activities for a group of children
Implements the program to meet the needs, special interest and capabilities of children and in accordance with the teacher’s lesson plan
Responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including understanding and being able to implement emergency procedures as necessary
Attends parent-child events as required
Attends staff meetings and in-service training to meet the continuing education requirement established by the licensing office
Assists in maintaining clean and attractive classroom, including shelves, closets, and drawers
Provides a neat, clean environment for all children including snack/kitchen area, and monitors children’s activities to ensure that children clean up after themselves
Communicates with parents through the teacher
Assists children during transitional times and changes in the daily schedule
Works cooperatively with all staff; communicates directly and avoids gossip
Interacts with the children at all times, especially during snack time, group activity, and outdoor time
Observes behavior of children and discusses unusual behaviors with the teacher
Demonstrates flexibility to move from one group of children to another, when requested
Participates in special events, field trips or special programs
Becomes familiar with state regulations and inspection procedures, as well as the policies and procedures as outlined in the staff handbook
Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular
Assists staff with other duties as needed and required for the operation of the program
Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular
Administers quality child care programs that reflect a positive image of the YMCA and its services to the community
Promotes positive growth and nurturing of children in the program by meeting individual developmental needs
Creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in which families grow
Other duties as required