Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Early Learning Assistant Teacher to join our team.

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

As the Early Learning Assistant Teacher, you will support the Lead Teacher at the YMCA Early Learning Center (ELC) year-round to serve our community with a variety of activity options to explore and develop the interests and talents of the youths so that children have fun, grow and thrive in our care. You will help in providing balanced recreation, education, and character development through enriched activities.

• Support and participate in ongoing recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment.
• Participate in planning the educational program curriculum, and assist with the implementation of the daily classroom curriculum.
• Prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom curriculum.
• Plan and carry out educational planning meetings with families.
• Complete daily attendance/meal count and/or snack production record.
• Assist with record keeping on individual children and families as directed by Early Learning Center Director.
• Complete written observations of individual children throughout the year. Develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry.
• Prepare and serve snacks and meals; participate in and facilitate mealtime service and join children at the table for support and conversation.
• Administer standardized screening tools as directed.
• Oversee health habits in the classroom, i.e. handwashing. Administer first aid as needed. Check indoor and outdoor environment for safety hazards.
• Understand and implement the Washington Administrative Code and Early Achievers to ensure program is in compliance at all times.
• Work in accordance with program standards and work with ELC team to enhance parent's role as the principal influence on the child's education and development.
• Interact positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs.
• Treat every participant fairly and equally regardless of circumstances and abilities, making each feel good about themselves and encouraging a fun environment.
• Greet all parents daily and inform them of all program changes. Communicate frequently with parents concerning their child's behavior, academic progress and socialization in the program.
• Directly supervise children at all times and maintain program/site in compliance with state licensing standards.
• Follow the guidelines, policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies, in the YMCA Staff and Parent Handbooks and Staff Handbook. Complete all required forms daily and monthly.
• Dispense medication according to the Medication Authorization Form and maintain accurate records of such. Ensure proper storage of medication according to required standards. Return medication to parents/guardian, as needed.
• Assist the Center Directors and Lead Teacher with setting every child up for success; implement "Plan of Success" form when needed and meet with all parties involved to create a plan to success.
• Assist the Center directors and lead teacher in creating marketing plans and distributing marketing materials as needed to increase enrollment.
• Maintain cleanliness and order.
• Assume other responsibilities as mutually agreed upon with supervisor.
• Collaborate with Early Learning team, families, and…