Under the direction of the Site Director, the Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting the teacher in implementing the daily activities in the Child Care/ SACC programs for the Kettle Moraine YMCA.
1. Follows the DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers, the YMCA Child Care Policies and the Orientation packet.
2. Assists teachers in carrying out the daily curriculum.
3. Reports any concerns to the staff member in charge.
4. Maintains a safe, orderly environment, which includes housekeeping duties.
5. Assists in meal/snack preparation.
6. Interacts with children at their cognitive level and provides supervision for a safe environment.
7. Before talking to parents about any problems, consults with a staff person in charge for proper delivery to parents.
8. Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
9. Acts as a positive role model using the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
1. At least 18 years of age unless approved course has been taken and passed.
2. CPR/AED Certification (we can certify)
3. 1 DCF department approved course in the Child Care field (within 6 months of hire)
4. 10 hours DCF approved Infant/Toddler training (within 6 months of hire, if applicable).
5.Must pass Child Care Background Check before hire.1. The ability to lift 40 lbs.
6. The ability to interact with children at their cognitive level.
7. The ability to participate in physical activities with the children.
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