Assistant Teacher, Sub​/Float; Child Development Center

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the classroom Teacher in implementing weekly lessons and activities, and monitor students' developmental progress.
• Follow posted lesson plans and classroom schedules as directed by the Teacher.
• Participate in planning sessions.
• Record observations related to developmental progress and behavioral concerns as directed by the Teacher.
• Facilitate children's learning through active participation and encouragement.
• Assist children with feeding, changing, and other care needs.
• Supervise playground activities.

Parent Communication

• Maintain positive and open relationships with families.
• Greet parents by name upon arrival and departure.
• Reinforce daily successes and positive behaviors with parents and children.
• Document behavioral concerns and communicate them to the classroom teacher.
• Redirect parent concerns to the appropriate staff members.

Classroom Organization

• Manage classroom supplies and equipment safely and organized.
• Complete attendance and food service records as required.
• Maintain a conducive environment for smooth transitions and independent learning.
• Keep storage areas tidy.
• Follow cleaning schedules and maintain displays of children's work in an orderly manner.

Maintain a Safe, Secure, and Clean Environment

• Lift and carry children as needed.
• Follow guidelines for food service, cleanup, and storage.
• Complete accident/incident reports promptly and communicate with parents.
• Support discipline practices aligned with YMCA policies and KDHE regulations.
• Follow individual behavior plans for children.
• Report injuries and suspected child abuse or neglect immediately.
• Assist with toilet training and during accidents.
• Help set up and supervise meals and snacks, including family-style food service.
• Sanitize tables and floors after meals or snacks.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
• Follow dress code and maintain appropriate attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality with all sensitive information.
• Model the four Character Development aspects:
  Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Caring.
• Complete required inservice hours as per KDHE and staff requests.
• Understand and adhere to program philosophies, policies, procedures, and goals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of program management experience; social service or behavior management experience preferred.
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and O2 certifications or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Attend NEO within 30 days of hire.
• At least 6 months of experience working in licensed child care.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Effective communication skills (visual, auditory, verbal).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to bend, squat, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Perform light physical activities.
• Maintain a positive, encouraging environment and a professional appearance.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Uphold YMCA mission, vision, and values.
• Supervise participants effectively and ensure safety.
• Work accurately and efficiently at a fast pace.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Handle questions and concerns professionally and resolve conflicts courteously.
• Demonstrate maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and a desire to work with children.