YMCA Of Central Massachusetts·Fitchburg, Massachusetts
The Assistant Preschool Teacher assists in implementing daily curriculum to support children's social, physical, and emotional growth. They are also responsible for maintaining classroom safety, hygiene, and equipment while interacting with children and parents.
Description Under the supervision of the Lead Child Care Teacher, the Preschool Assistant Teacher assists the classroom teacher in setting up and implementing daily curriculum which promotes social, cultural, educational, physical and emotional growth. Additionally, the Assistant Teacher performs housekeeping chores as necessary and provides a quality experience to children that focuses on the YMCA values.
Has knowledge of and maintains NAEYC and DEEC standards. Assists classroom teacher in implementing daily lesson/activity plans to support a developmentally appropriate curriculum, swim with children during pool time. Greets parents and children and interacts with the children. Is aware of children’s safety at all times. Makes and records observations of children. Maintains classroom and equipment. Change and feed children. Supervise outdoor play, handwashing, toileting. Is flexible to schedule changes. Attends and participates in family nights, staff meetings, staff training, and YMCA special events. Additional duties as required and assigned by a supervisor.
Meet educational and experience qualifications established by DEEC, NAEYC, and QRIS or are willing to work towards established qualifications. At least 18 years of age or ability to obtain a worker permit. Must obtain, and keep current, certification in CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
If this sounds like something you are qualified to do and want to apply, please submit online application today!!
We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are a safe place for children, teens and vulnerable populations, and all staff, regardless of their role within the organization, are required to ensure the trust that families place in us is earned each and every day. Child protection is every employee’s job, and employees may not begin work until they are trained.
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to strengthen our community, beginning with you.
Candidates must meet educational and experience qualifications established by DEEC, NAEYC, and QRIS, or be willing to work towards them. A valid certification in CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention is required.
Market context
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