Afternoon Closing Infant Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location: Whatcom Family YMCA - Bellingham, WA 98225Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $19.70 - $29.56 HourlyThe YMCA's Early Learning Center at Millworks (on Bellingham's Waterfront) is currently seeking a part time infant teacher to close the classroom in the evening.  This position requires that applicants be available to work Monday-Friday, 2-6:30 pm (approximately 23 hours per week).  Our infant classroom is home to children ages 2-12 months (up to 8 at a time with 2 teachers).  We are seeking applicants who love working with very young children AND their parents, who can multitask and juggle multiple tasks at one time, can take direction and feedback from our lead teacher, and someone who feels comfortable communicating with families in the evening about their child's day.  This position does require a bit of cleaning to make sure the classroom is sanitized and clean for the next day.  If you love babies and watching them grow, have experience caring for very young children, and have the late afternoon availability, please review the job application and apply!  We'd love to meet you.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Infant Teacher at the Whatcom Family YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Supervises the children, classroom, and all program activities.
Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y; makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
Work alongside the Lead Teacher and other classroom teachers to engage children in singing, conversation, reading books, and simple learning activities.
Follow infant daily schedules of feeding, diapering, and napping using best practices in early childhood learning and development.
Assists the Lead Teacher in collecting documentation for use in child assessment and portfolios.
Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their childs needs and progress; connects families to the Y.
Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
Completes and records daily cleaning list, consistently cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing classroom materials and surfaces.
Administers first aid, completes accident forms, and notifies the Lead Teacher, Program Supervisor, or Director.
Follows organizations policies and procedures regarding protecting youth from abuse; including screening and selection, training and supervision, and responding to allegations. Communicate to all staff and volunteers the organizations commitment to protect youth from abuse.
Follows mandated reporting requirements.


OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of changemakers for our country.

 

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community

Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion

Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Innovation

Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:


Must be 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate (or equivalent).
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Current CPR (Adult, Infant & Child) and First Aid, AED certifications.
Complete Praesidium Child Abuse prevention training within 15 days of hire.
STARS 30 Hour Childcare Basic Training (Must be completed within 3 months of hire date)
Willingness to obtain the ECE initial certificate or equivalent (approximately 12 credits).
Must have or be in the process of obtaining the following:


___ Negative TB Test

___ HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen training

___ Safe Sleep                          

___ MERIT ID account 

___ Food Handlers Card  

___ Cleared Portable Background C