Full-Time Assistant Teacher

Young Mens Christian Association
Any Location, IL
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The ECDC Assistant will provide developmental care and supervision to children enrolled in the ECDC Center, following age-appropriate curriculum and establishing supportive relationships with children and parents.

What You Will Do

The Assistant Teacher will maintain a professional attitude, exemplify YMCA core mission values, and complete required trainings. They will also follow daily lesson plans, use positive discipline techniques, and communicate with parents.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have superior relationship-building skills, be able to communicate effectively with diverse groups, and have experience working with children in a developmental day care setting.

Requirements

  • Illinois state licensing requires that employees must be at least 19 and have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED)
  • Previous experience working with children in a developmental day care setting preferred
  • Ability to follow and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
  • Display superior relationship building skills and communicate effectively with a diverse group of employees, volunteers, children and parents
  • First Aid and CPR certifications
  • Favorable criminal background and CANTS check
  • Submit medical exam upon hire that meets Illinois state licensing requirements
  • Meet additional state licensing requirements
  • Complete required YMCA trainings according to Edwardsville YMCA employee policy

Benefits

  • Illinois Gateway to Opportunity Registry enrollment
  • Required YMCA trainings
  • First Aid and CPR certifications
  • Favorable criminal background and CANTS check
  • Medical exam upon hire
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