Teacher Aide - YMCA of Northern Colorado

Overview:

The YMCA of Northern Colorado is looking for a Teacher Aide with a passion for guiding children through fun, enriching activities. Strong customer service skills and a positive work attitude are a must, as you will be a role model for little ones. Help build an environment where children can sing songs, explore the world with nature walks, and learn about arts and humanities. We also offer extensive training and learning opportunities to allow teachers to advance in their early childhood career.

 

Salary is based on experience and availability plus a 10% salary bonus for staff who are bilingual in Spanish and English.

 

View all openings, learn more about our benefits, and apply online today at https://www.ymcanoco.org/careers.

 

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1844. But today, we are The Y, an association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. At the YMCA of Northern Colorado, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of the Director, ECT or AECT, supervises children in both small and large group program activities.
• Supports with the implementation of curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Support in the development of activities and implements daily lesson/activity plan
• Ensures program is consistently following all YMCA, Colorado Department of Health and Human services and Health department expectations.
• Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents and staff. Engages parents in program activities and events. Models relationship-building skills, including Listen First in all interactions.
• Maintains confidentiality of YMCA issues, incidents and records
• Be on time for all shifts; be flexible to accommodate unexpected schedule changes, including full days.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age requirement of 16 years old.
• Minimum 6 months experience working with Preschool aged/Kindergarten aged children
• Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Ability to work with a wide range of age groups, demographics and have ability to collaborate well with a number of groups and individuals
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability and desire to embrace the mission of the YMCA.

Benefits:

• (10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership 
• (10+ hours/week) Program discounts 
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Sick Time 

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs

Posted Salary Range:USD $14.42 - USD $17.00 /Hr.