Childcare Infant Teacher

Job Title: Childcare Infant Assistant Teacher

Branch:  Octorara 

Pay Class: Part Time 

Shifts/Availability: M-F/12pm or 1pm to 6pm 

Rate: $16.00 to 19.00 

About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine: The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of eight YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.   
  

Position Purpose: The CELC Assistant Teacher supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The CELC Assistant Teacher creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes all children and families while promoting and maintaining a strong educational program in accordance with the YMCA and licensing and quality requirements.  

 Responsibilities:  

• Maintain supervision of all students. 
• Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment. 
• Engage with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activities. 
• Maintain maintenance records, including, but not limited to: accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records. 
• Greet parents and children daily and report or direct parental concerns to the lead teacher or director. 
• Use positive guidance to support children. 
• Follow DHS procedures and help others do as well. 
• Provide care for the needs of children. 
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:  

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and 2,500 hours of service (2 years) of childcare experience preferred 
• 30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education 
• 15 college credit hours and one-year experience related to the care 
• 2,500 hours of service 
• Current CDA certificate 
• Must keep an up-to-date DHS file 
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire 

Benefits: 

• Making a difference in a person’s life every day   
• Fun, fast-paced work environment    
• Working for a diverse and inclusive community-based non-profit   
• Opportunities for training and advancement  
• Free Family Membership (all family members must live in the same household) 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Referral bonuses