NV Ready Preschool Resource Teacher
YMCA of Southern NevadaAbout the role
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Job Location: Heinrich YMCA - Las Vegas, NV 89107Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $13.00 - $14.00 HourlyABOUT THE YMCA:
Established locally in 1944, the YMCA of Southern Nevada is one of the region's longest-serving and most-respected nonprofit organizations. We are committed to helping people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and income levels - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity and that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. From childcare to senior programs; sports to education; fitness centers to chronic disease management; and swim lessons to feeding the hungry, the Y is truly for all in its cause of holistically strengthening the foundations of this community.
At the YMCA of Southern Nevada, we're committed to providing a superior work environment that offers challenges, flexibility, and fun.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is looking for a preschool teacher’s aide to assist in our Nevada Ready Classroom at the Heinrich YMCA from 12pm-6pm Mon-Fri. This position is eligible for health, dental and vision benefits.
ABOUT NEVADA READY:
Nevada Ready! State pre-K (NR!PK) is a state funded pre-kindergarten program designed to support 4-year-old children whose families have a household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. NR!PK implements high-quality practices through a variety of program requirements including highly qualified teachers, developmentally appropriate curriculum and inclusive learning environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To interact, initiate and encourage the children in the activities during the day
- To help the children control behavior using a positive, appropriate approach; always to use consistent technique.
- To provide nurturance but to help the children become independent
- To maintain good communication with parents and help make each parent feel at ease within the school
- To assist the teacher in planning activities for the group and to offer suggestions and information about the children when needed
- To develop a cooperating and supportive attitude within the room
- To assist the master teacher in record keeping by passing on observations regarding the children’s health, behavior and development
- Will float between classrooms and will assist with before school/after school care as assigned
- To attend bi-weekly and quarterly staff meetings
ABUSE RISK MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS:
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising children.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
WHY WORK HERE?
- 10 Paid holidays
- Generous PTO plan that increases with years of service
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- 10% Retirement Contribution* and access to our 403(b) retirement savings account
- Annual merit increases for meeting performance goals
- Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts
- Free summer camp and 50% off preschool for your children
- Become part of a collaborative team that includes dedicated maintenance staff, swim instructors, and children's fitness specialists - so you can focus on what you do best: teaching and nurturing young learners
- Opportunity to earn a college degree for free with one class per semester through Nevada's T.E.A.C.H. program
- Join an organization recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace
- Make a meaning
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