YMCA of the North
Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood (Eagan YMCA)
YMCA of the North, Eagan, Minnesota, United States
The YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center is seeking a caring Assistant Teacher (age 18+) to join our Eagan team. This year round, Monday–Friday role offers opportunities for professional growth, benefits, a free family YMCA membership, and more. Candidates must meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 Assistant Teacher qualifications. This position is eligible for additional grant funded hourly compensation, typically up to
$2 hourly in addition to the regular hourly compensation .
The salary of this position is $17.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.
1. Job Summary Under the direction of the CC Program Director and/or Assistant CC Program Director. The Child Care Assistant Teacher will support the teaching staff in implementing childcare programs. The incumbent will assist with carrying out the childcare mission and values by providing high quality childcare services to children and parents that focus on the YMCA core values: Equity, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Caring.
2. Essential Functions
Implement daily plans and activities.
Maintain a positive classroom community.
Supervise children and participate with children activities.
Maintain program site and equipment.
Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis and assist with parent conferences.
Complete daily observations and child evaluations.
Provide guidance for children’s behavior.
Maintains CACFP and Minnesota Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks, if applicable.
Attend all required meetings and trainings
3. Relationships The incumbent interacts regularly with children, parents, and staff members. The incumbent will assist in supervising other staff members and program volunteers. This position involves interaction with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
4. Qualifications
Meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 or Wisconsin HFS 46 Assistant Teacher qualifications, including yearly in-service requirements.
Minimum age of 18.
Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
A commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.
Able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
5. Work Conditions
Perform all physical aspects of the position, including frequently moving around, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.
Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
May provide children with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, and getting in or out of transportation.
May be exposed to verbal outbursts, physical actions or bodily fluids as part of the child care environment.
Ability to travel to other branches and programs.
Must be flexible to work varying hours to meet the needs of the site.
6. Additional Notes This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association success.
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$2 hourly in addition to the regular hourly compensation .
The salary of this position is $17.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.
1. Job Summary Under the direction of the CC Program Director and/or Assistant CC Program Director. The Child Care Assistant Teacher will support the teaching staff in implementing childcare programs. The incumbent will assist with carrying out the childcare mission and values by providing high quality childcare services to children and parents that focus on the YMCA core values: Equity, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Caring.
2. Essential Functions
Implement daily plans and activities.
Maintain a positive classroom community.
Supervise children and participate with children activities.
Maintain program site and equipment.
Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis and assist with parent conferences.
Complete daily observations and child evaluations.
Provide guidance for children’s behavior.
Maintains CACFP and Minnesota Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks, if applicable.
Attend all required meetings and trainings
3. Relationships The incumbent interacts regularly with children, parents, and staff members. The incumbent will assist in supervising other staff members and program volunteers. This position involves interaction with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
4. Qualifications
Meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 or Wisconsin HFS 46 Assistant Teacher qualifications, including yearly in-service requirements.
Minimum age of 18.
Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
A commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.
Able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
5. Work Conditions
Perform all physical aspects of the position, including frequently moving around, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.
Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
May provide children with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, and getting in or out of transportation.
May be exposed to verbal outbursts, physical actions or bodily fluids as part of the child care environment.
Ability to travel to other branches and programs.
Must be flexible to work varying hours to meet the needs of the site.
6. Additional Notes This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association success.
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