ECE Part-Time Assistant Teacher

The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming.

Position Summary:

Provide direct supervision of a group of children in a safe, enjoyable, positive and inclusive environment, sometimes independently.

What you’ll get from working at The Y:

• FREE training offered for all positions and get paid while you train for your job!
• Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment.
• Education Advance: Up to $2,000 per year*
• FREE YMCA family membership for all staff.
• 20% off programs and services for all staff (and their dependents).
• Sick Pay accrued at rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked.
• Tax-Deferred retirement account & Roth retirement account available to all employees.
• 403a Retirement investing account paid at 12% annual compensation after 2 years of service (minimum 1,000 hours worked in each year).
• FREE Employee Assistance Program.
• Cheery, dynamic, cause-driven work environment, like no other!
• We promote from within often. Enjoy your career at our Y!
• Opportunity to grow: When you work at the Y, you will be encouraged to try new things and grow your career. We have a solid reputation for hiring good people who do great things.
  *eligibility requirements apply

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervise all children and activities within the program area
• Implement daily lesson and activity plans
• Comply with state and local regulations as well as YMCA standards and procedures
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards
• Attend and participate in family events, program activities, and staff meetings as directed
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies
• Maintain positive relations with participants, parents and other staff
• Diapering and toilet training for children including assisting children in changing out of soiled clothing
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum age 18
• Meet educational and experience qualifications established by Department of Child Youth and Families (DCYF). Including ECE college certificates / coursework within 5 years of position or as designated by the DCYF
• Provide document of all certification and training requirements established by DCYF, including position prerequisites, current negative TB test, MMR vaccine or proof of immunity, and portable background check
• Fluency in second language desired

Y Culture:

• Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA
• Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
• Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines
• Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system

The full range of the pay grade for this position is $18.35-$28.25.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:
The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—they guide everything we do.

We look forward to having you on our YMCA team!
*The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization!