Power Scholars Assistant Teacher - Seasonal

Requirements

Experience, Education and Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Working towards a bachelor’s degree in an education related field. Academic skills - proficiency in elementary math and literacy. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations. Desire to work with elementary scholars and their families in under-resourced communities. Outstanding communication (both verbal and written), organizational, interpersonal, and technological (computer/internet) skills are critical to the success of this position. Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members and families. Demonstrated leadership ability. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Committed to the goals of the program and approach. Ability to observe confidentiality. Love and respect for children. Belief and commitment to the Y’s mission and values. Trainings & Certifications: Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position. Must hold CPR, AED, and First Aid (may be required at some branches) certifications or successfully complete no later than 30-days after employment begins. Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment. Must attend and complete Listen First within the first 90-days of employment. Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience developing and implementing lessons with certified teachers. Develop collaborative and co-teaching strategies. Utilize data-driven and differentiated instructional techniques. Deliver lessons with high-quality and rigorous curriculum. Work with experienced staff in implementing positive discipline strategies. Engage in best practices to support achievement in under-resourced communities. Gain experience relationship building with scholars, staff professionals, and families. YMCA Leadership Competencies: Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit. Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause. Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs. Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential. Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses. Work Environment: This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.