Teacher / Teacher's Aide

Odessa Family YMCA

Location: Odessa, Texas Travel None

Level/Salary Range: $11-$13 per hour Position Type: Full-time

Caring for Ages: Infants to 12 year olds

Job Duties:

• Assists in developing and preparing plans outlining learning experiences and activities for a group of children.
• Implements the program to meet the needs, special interests and capabilities of children.
• Responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including understanding and being able to implement emergency procedures as necessary.
• Provides a neat, clean environment for all children including snack/kitchen area, and monitors children’s activities to ensure that children clean up after themselves.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training to meet the continuing education requirements established by the licensing office.
• Communicates with parents through the lead teacher and as required by Childcare Director.
• Assists with children during transitional times and changes in the daily schedule.
• Works cooperatively with all staff and communicates directly
• Interacts with the children at all times
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, and attractive room, including shelves, closets and drawers.
• Observes the behavior of children and report any unusual behaviors or issues with the principal & childcare director.
• Demonstrates flexibility to move from one group of children to another when requested.
• Participates in special events, field trips and special programs.
• Becomes familiar with state regulations and inspection procedures and policies and procedures as outlined in the staff handbook.
• Supports the program goals of the YMCA.
• Assists with other duties as assigned by Childcare Director.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, and First Aid
• Must have 20 pre-employment training hours and 24 TSR training hours
• Bilingual a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to teach and work with children
• Basic knowledge of computers.

Education Requirements

• 2-4 years experience in childhood education
• High School Diploma, Associates Degree Preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11 - $13