Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Early Learning Assistant Teacher to join our team.

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Early Learning Assistant Teacher performs…

Key Responsibilities:

• You will support the lead teacher at the YMCA Early Learning Center.
• You will serve our community with a variety of programmatic and activity options to explore and develop interests and talents with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement so that children have fun, grow and thrive in our care.
• You will help provide balanced recreation, education, and character development through enriched activities full of fun and friendship.
• You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing services.
• You will maintain positive communication with parents, children, schools, and other staff; practice risk management, and develop positive community relations.

Are you a good fit?

• You are at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• You have at least one year of experience working in an Early Learning setting.
• You enjoy working with children and diverse populations.
• You are able to lead a large group using behavior management skills.
• You have or commit to obtaining CPR, Basic First Aid, Food Handlers, TB test, Child Care Basic STARS, proof of MMR vaccine, and a Merit account.
• You have reliable transportation and the ability to support all sites across Pierce and Kits.

Wage: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour, depending on qualifications

Hours: Part-Time, up to 25 hours per week

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities
• Optional Virtual Teladoc, Dental and Vision Benefits
• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• 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 program and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs and merchandise
• Mobile carrier plan discount (22% AT&T, 21% T-Mobile, and 19% Verizon Wireless)
• Mobile carrier plan discount (22% AT&T, 21% T-Mobile, and 19% Verizon)

Location: YMCA Early Learning Center, Puyallup, WA

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Puyallup, WA 98374: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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