UPK Teacher Assistant

Description

$16.50/hr. and a Free YMCA Membership

Monday-Friday 12PM-6PM

Under the direction of the UPK Lead Teacher, the UPK Teacher Assistant attends to children in  the designated area; observes and monitors play activities, reads, plays games, administers meals and snacks, keeps area and children clean and tidy. The UPK Teacher Assistant will accompany children on walks or other outings, assist lead teacher with implementing activities and always ensures safety and well-being of children in their care. The position is  responsible for demonstrating YMCA leadership competencies to ensure the mission, purpose, image  and core values of the YMCA of Greater Rochester is conveyed. 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Assist lead teacher in implementing daily classroom activities and lesson planning. 

• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with staff and parents. 

• Maintain a safe and attractive environment for all children in the program. 

• Assist in the preparation and distribution of snacks and meals. • Assist with cleanliness in classroom and childcare facility. 

• Know the emergency procedures, rules, and regulations. 

• Know and implement established child care policies and NYS OCFS regulations. 

• Attend all required meetings and training. 

• Maintain required certifications. 

• All other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age and have at least one year experience working with children  under 13 years of age, preferably in an organized setting. 

• High school diploma or GED and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred. 

• Bring to this position maturity, responsibility, and a sincere interest in working with people. 

• Have strong interpersonal, communication, and organization skills. 

• Meet all guidelines and requirements for Assistant Teacher mandated by the Office of Children  & Family Services. 

• CPR/AED and First Aid Certified or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to supervise children by sight and sound at all times. 

• Ability to move quickly to react to safety issues in the setting (i.e. climbing, aggressive  behavior). 

• Ability to remain calm, objective and respectful in potentially stressful situations (i.e. crying  upset child, upset parent, or upset staff). 

• Ability to move around the room to assist children and supervise children with daily activities,  social interaction, physical and emotional needs. 

• Ability to lift young children and objects (food baskets and supplies) up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to work in all elements (i.e. outside in all weather)Ability to move from program site to  branch or site to site, and is required to enter all YMCA environments including, program  space, buses, schools, pools, and program area.