Early Learning Center Teachers Aide- FT

Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• One or more years of experience in an Early Learning Center is required.
• Have or are willing to obtain an Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate.
• Possesses (or able to obtain): CPR, First Aid, TB Test, Food Handler’s Card, Child Care Basic STARS, proof of MMR vaccine, Merit account.
• Must be flexible and adapt to meet the needs of the children and program.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the YMCA.
• Must have a desire to have fun, engage with children and inspire creativity.
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able up to lift 50 lbs. and move quickly to engage with the children.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Able to pass Background, Reference and DCYF background checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Able to complete Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day of employment as well as other online/in-person training as required.

Wage

$17.13 to $19.70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Hours: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

Location: New Adventures Early Learning Center, Tacoma, WA

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options
• YMCA provided Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• YMCA Household Membership
• Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with ears of service)
• 8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness and discount programs
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement savings plan
• 8% monthly employer contribution to your YMCA pension plan after 2 years of Full-Time employment
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services, and merchandise
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team. To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org [http://www.ymcapkc.org/].

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled