Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

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Description

Join the team at the Greater Burlington YMCA and you could qualify for a

\$1500 new-hire incentive with \$500 paid after six months of

employment, \$500 after 12 months, and \$500 after 18 months. Well also

help you navigate and achieve your Early Childhood Education

certifications so you can take the next step in your career journey,

absolutely free. Certain restrictions apply.

The Greater Burlington YMCA is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher

Assistant who is passionate about learning through play and ready to

create a welcoming, engaging, and developmentally appropriate

environment for children. This role is essential in supporting the Ys

mission to foster youth development, healthy living, and social

responsibility. Submit your application today!

**Why You\'ll Love Working with Us:**

Do you love working with children, creating a warm and nurturing space

where they feel safe, loved, and ready to explore? At the Y, we value

early childhood professionals and provide the support and benefits you

deserve.

• **Competitive Pay** Earn \$18.36-\$20.20/hour based on your
  
  

Experience And Qualifications.

• **Professional Development** Enjoy 8 in-service days dedicated to
  
  

training, team meetings, and curriculum planning.

• **Time Off** Get 14.5 paid vacation days, 6 paid holidays, and 3
  
  

weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year.

• **Balanced Workload** Dedicated planning time each week.
• **Y Perks** Free YMCA membership and discounts on programs and
  
  

camps.

• **Health Coverage** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
  
  

insurance

• **Loan Forgiveness** Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• **Growth Opportunities** Ongoing professional development and career
  
  

advancement.

• **The City is Our Playground** Our location in the heart of
  
  

Burlington means children get hands-on learning experiences

exploring the waterfront, beaches, woods, and Church Street.\

About Our Center

At the Greater Burlington YMCA, we offer a play-based, emergent

curriculum driven by each childs natural curiosity and interests. With

locations in both Burlington and Winooski, our early childhood programs

celebrate the unique identities of children and families, nurturing

social-emotional growth through meaningful play and authentic

Connections. At The Y, We

• Support Social/Emotional Growth
• Celebrate Diversity
• Foster Curiosity
• Strive to Inspire and be Inspired
  
  

#### **What You\'ll Do:**

• Assist teachers in implementing engaging and developmentally
  
  

appropriate activities.

• Support a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants
  
  

and toddlers.

• Engage in indoor and outdoor play, ensuring children remain active
  
  

and involved.

• Help with swim lessons, gym time, and field trips to enrich
  
  

childrens learning experiences.

• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and fellow
  
  

staff.

• Create a calm, restful atmosphere during rest time and provide
  
  

support to children who do not nap.

• Assist in maintaining a neat, organized classroom and ensuring
  
  

licensing requirements are met.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.
  
  

Requirements

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Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible for the

starting rate of \$18.36/hour. Additional compensation is determined

Qualifications.

based on experience and education aligned with the preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a federal background check and state fingerprinting
• One year of experience working with children
  
  

Preferred Qualificati Ons

Completion of a VT Fundamentals Course or at least 3 college credits in

child development

Certificate of completion of a Child Development Associate Credential

(CDA)

Full-time experience working with children or youth in an educational,

recreational, or programmatic setting, with milestones recognized at 2,

5, 10, and 15 years.

Completion of twelve college credits in child or human development or

school age care and education.

Associate or bachelors degree in any field.

Formal training or certification experience in trauma-informed care,

basic specialized care, or social work. Including completion of

professional development or coursework in trauma-informed practices.

2 years of direct full-time experience in special education or

behavioral intervention.

Coursework or certification in special education or behavioral

intervention.

Completion of DEI-specific training,

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