Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people and communities. Help children reach their full potential by providing safe, healthy and enriching programming to support the families in our community. Join the YMCA Childcare Team as a substitute teacher. Work available Monday through Friday varied schedule.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Child Care Assistant Teacher at Penobscot Bay YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises the children, classroom, and all program activities.
• Facilitate age appropriate, educational lessons on a daily basis under the director of the Child Care Teacher.
• Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y; makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
• Be aware of and adhere to all YMCA policies, DHHS licensing regulations, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth.
• Provide appropriate guidance to children in need of redirection and relate well to children of all abilities.
• Participate in basic housekeeping duties during classroom time.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds multiple times each day.
• Frequent twisting, bending, and kneeling.
• Exposure to the outdoor environment during all seasons
• With reasonable accommodations be able to see and hear well enough to respond to classroom needs.
• Control unsafe behavior if necessary.
• Ability to lead and participate in program activities.

BENEFITS

Complimentary use of facilities and programs in both Rockland and Rockport and paid time off with part-time employment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to provide safe and compassionate services, and a history of honest and lawful conduct.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required.
• Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Ability to implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations, preferred.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).