Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Our Lansdowne YMCA is looking for an Aide at our Upper Darby Kindergarten Center. The hours are Monday through Friday 3:00-6:00pm.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible assisting and implementing the daily operations of the Child Care classroom in conjunction with the Child Care Parent Handbook and Policies and Procedures Manual. The Aide will also be expected to uphold the YMCA Mission at all times, focusing on the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. The Child Care Aide will assist the Assistant Group Supervisor or Group Supervisor with utilizing the current PA Early Learning Standards to: plan, implement, assess and evaluate the daily operations of the classroom and program activities, using child needs and assessments as a guide to planning.

2. Offering activities that meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development of each individual child, establishing goals and maintaining child portfolios while implementing culturally diverse experiences.

3. Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all children on a daily basis; ensuring the classroom environment and outdoor areas are well supervised and in good condition.

4. Using positive guidance techniques outlined in the parent handbook, that incorporate the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility when working with children, families and coworkers.

5. Establishing and maintaining positive and productive relationships with families, keeping parents/guardians well informed regarding the child’s growth and development, offering family resources and utilizing all communication resources.

6. Assist with all paperwork (attendance, developmental screenings, child assessments, injury/illness reports, monthly reports, annual professional goals and assessments), and submit to the Child Care Office in the required timeframe.

7. Attaining all trainings as required by department.

8. Attending all staff meetings and family events as instructed by the Center Director

9. Maintaining a professional appearance and attitude that reflects the YMCA at all times, upholding the policies outlined in the YMCA Personnel Policy handbook and Child Care Parent Handbook.

10. Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the success of the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum 18 years of age or 16 years of age and enrolled/completed an approved training curriculum.

2. A minimum of a 8th grade education and 2 years (2500 hours) of documented experience working with children.

3. Advanced computer skills.

4. Excellent communication skills.

5. A commitment to continuous quality program improvements.

6. Certifications: American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED and Pediatric First Aid within 15 days of hire.

7. Completion of required trainings.

8. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

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