- Salary
- $16+
- Location
- Maplewood, NJ
- Department
- Education
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Requirements
Essential Functions:
- Assist the Child Care Teacher in maintaining the organization/appearance and décor of the assigned classroom (bulletin boards, displays, storage areas, general cleanliness, etc.).
- Assist the Child Care Teacher in implementing an age appropriate curriculum.
- Work with the different age groups and classes upon request.
- Assist the Child Care Teacher in maintaining healthy and safe classroom environment of children.
- Participate in Parent Advisory Committee and YMCA sponsored special events.
- Participate in staff meetings, training and workshops to enhance professional growth.
- Provide consistent interaction, encouragement, nurturance for all children on all levels (floors, sitting at tables, etc.)
- Assist in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
- Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. Assist in response to all parent inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
- Attend trainings and meetings in absence of Lead Teacher, and at other times as requested or appropriate.
- Perform other job-related duties as requested and necessary.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- One to two years related experience in a group setting with preschool children.
- Maintain training requirements as required by the Office of Licensing.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
- Experience in assisting with curriculum implementation and being a contributing team member is essential.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, paid holidays, a legal plan, long-term disability, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities. Full-time employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Skills
CPR
