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Associate Teacher
$37,440 - $43,680/Yr
YMCA - Redlands, CA
posted 2 months ago
Part-time - Entry Level
Onsite - Redlands, CA
Social Assistance
About the position
The Associate Teacher at YMCA of The East Valley plays a crucial role in supporting the Lead Teacher or Site Director in delivering a safe and engaging learning environment for children. This part-time position focuses on implementing daily curriculum, ensuring child safety, and fostering positive relationships with children and parents, all while promoting the YMCA's mission of youth development and community strengthening.
Responsibilities
- Insure safety of children enrolled in program.
- Assist Lead Teacher in preparing and executing the curriculum and daily schedule for program.
- Maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom in accordance with the Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale.
- Assist Lead Teacher in reviewing the progress of each child and developing written plans to promote each child's growth and development.
- Maintain ongoing communication and positive relationships with children, parents, staff, community members, and organizations.
- Carry out effective behavior management techniques in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
- Observe children daily to assess skills, interests, and needs to facilitate learning and growth.
- Maintain an attitude of dignity and respect toward children, parents, and staff.
- Perform any other duties related to the operation of the classroom as assigned.
Requirements
- Previous childcare experience.
- 12 College units of coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or current Child Development Associate Teacher, Teacher, or Master Teacher Permit.
- Current approved EMSA First Aid, Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications (or obtained within 30 days of employment).
- Proof of Immunizations: TB, Influenza (limited exceptions), pertussis, and measles vaccination.
Nice-to-haves
- Associate's degree in Child Development or related field.
- Child Development Associate Certification.
