Child Care Infant Toddler Assistant Teacher

Under the direction of the Early Education Director, and in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the Salina Family YMCA, the Assistant Teacher supports and assists the Lead Teacher, provides direction and implementation for the program and classroom, and provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Assist in the planning and implementation of the daily program under the direction of the Lead Teacher
• Complete 16 hours of KDHE approved training on an annual basis
• Assist in supervision of the children, classroom, and all activities
• Help to maintain a welcoming, clean learning environment
• Help preserve the quality of supplies, equipment, and materials
• Interact with the children
• Attend any staff meetings and trainings required by the YMCA and Early Education Coordinator
• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting all participants, maintain a clean and safe facility and demonstrating professional conduct at all times
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner
• All other duties as requested

• Must be at least 16 years of age 
• 6 months of previous experience working with children
• Must be able to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Have an understanding of family problems, their needs, as well as the needs of at-risk children
• Good communication skills and the ability to create a risk-free environment on a daily basis
• Able to make sound decisions based on factual information regarding kindergarten readiness skills
• Certifications: CPR/FA, within 30 days of hire
• TB Test within 30 days of hire

• Employee Assistance Program 
• Retirement Contribution