YMCA Teacher - Tustin

The YMCA of Orange County is looking to hire part-time Child Care Staff in the Tustin area. The Child Care Staff will work at a YMCA on a school site and would be responsible for maintaining a positive controlled environment while meeting the needs of all children. Staff will assist in planning and carrying out a curriculum based upon the needs and interests of children 5-12 years of age. This includes general supervision to ensure safety, assisting with program areas and general maintenance.

The key roles of this position include:   

• Plan, implement, and oversee curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, and physical education.

• Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation.

• Conduct ongoing assessments of programs, services, and activities to uphold participant safety, maintain program excellence, and always ensure a well-maintained facility or classroom environment.

• Support participants in making positive choices, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when needed to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere conducive to their success.

• Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.

• Attend and actively participate in all required staff development workshops, meetings, and trainings.

• Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required.

• Preferred availability: Part time shifts- 1:30pm to 6:00pm

Benefits of working with the Y:

• Tuition Reimbursement*
• FREE Gym Membership
• FREE Workout Classes
• FREE Pool Access
• FREE Training and Certifications
• FREE Virtual Health Care Solutions (Teledoc)
• Program Discounts *Up to 100 percent off child care programs
• YMCA Retirement Fund*
• Community Impact

Requirements & Experience for Teacher

• Be over the age of 18
• Experience working with children ages 5-12, in a daycare, after-school program, or camp preferred. (6 months for Teacher 2 and 1 year for Teacher 3 required)
• Different positions available from Assistant to Teacher 3
  • Assistant: no units needed
  • Teacher 1: 6 units in related field
  • Teacher 2: 12 units in Child Development or a related field
  • Teacher 3: 12 college units with 6 units in Child Development an/or Education
• Related fields may include Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Physical Education, Art, and Music
• During interview hiring manger will be able to review classes
• CPR, First Aid and AED certified within 90 days of hire (paid for by YMCA)
• Upload your transcripts when applying

Learn more about opportunities at the Y www.ymcaoc.org/careers

Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case-by-case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

Salary : $17 - $20