Childcare assistant (Preschool room)

Essential functions

• 1.
• Assist with implementing the curriculum within the established guidelines.
• 2.
• Assist with daily lesson and activity plans.
• 3.
• Maintain consistent and open verbal and written communication with parents throughout the year.
• 4.
• Supervise the children, classroom and all activities.
• 5.
• Conduct ongoing, systematic child observations and evaluations.
• 6.
• Maintain required program records.
• 7.
• Maintain program areas and adhere to program standards in regards to equipment, storage, safety and cleanliness.
• 8.
• Attend and participate in center wide activities, staff meetings and trainings.
• 9.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• 10.
• Maintain ongoing DHS qualifications required for working in Child Care.
• 11.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• 12.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working environment & physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Work schedule will include daytime hours and ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

All positions require the following clearances for employment prior to the date of hire. Clearances are accepted within 2 years of the hire date. Employees may be compensated up to $50.00 for clearances once the probationary period has been passed.

*pa criminal record check

*pa child abuse history certification

*fbi clearance (Dept. Of human services)

Additional childcare requirements

• Mandated reporter training certificate
• NSOR CLEARANCE (National Sex Offender Registry)
• High school diploma or ged
• Verification of 2,500 hours working with children
• 2 letters of recommendation
• Staff health assessment form, including tb testing (Eligible for reimbursement)