Hiring part-time Early Education Teacher at Westwood Village for the YMCA!

[YMCA of Greater Seattle]

Job Summary
We are seeking Early Education professionals who are passionate and dedicated to providing children and their families with an excellent educational experience. This opportunity is fantastic for somebody who is eager to grow in an environment that values your contributions and communication skills. You will work in a supportive and caring environment with a responsive leadership team and phenomenal resources and materials.

This position works alongside the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging activities for groups of children, supervising children while following program and state requirements.

Position Type/Location
We are looking to hire both full- and part-time staff at our West Seattle Westwood Village Early Education Center. Shifts will be within our operating hours of Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6:00pm.

What you’ll get from working at The Y

Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

Hiring Range: Entry $22.00/hour – Maximum $24.20/hour
Salary Range: $22.00-$31.90/hour

Responsibilities
Implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities with the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.
Coordinates activities which fit the children’s individual developmental needs. Activities are designed to enhance the whole child’s development to include social, intellectual, and physical growth.
Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
Completes individual child observations alongside lead teacher for child assessments.
Professionally communicates with and maintains positive relationships with families. May participate in conferences.
Keep family communicate sheets up to date, this includes daily record of activities, meals and family information notes.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
Provides assistance to Lead teacher and may fill-in during temporary absences.
Maintains ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, cleanliness, and learning environment of classroom.
Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.

Qualifications
18 years of age or older.
Experience in working with children the same age as those to be supervised.
Completion of minimum STARS required training*
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
Cleared Portable Background Check in the statewide registry MERIT.**
*At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 60 days after employment).

**At hire, or during onboarding for position.

You’ll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:
Thrive on working in a collaborative environment
Are very adaptable
Have high ownership and strong work ethic
Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
Truly enjoy being of service to people
Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together
Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.

Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.

MISSION STATEMENT:
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

Please email me to learn more at ehellier@seattleymca.org
Full Job Description: https://external-seattleymca.icims.com/jobs/14553/early-education-teacher/job

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