Work Location: Dow Bay Area Family YMCA Childcare Center location at 225 Washington Ave, Bay City 48708OR YMCA Childcare Center at First Presbyterian Church 805 Center Ave, Bay City 48708
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood
Status: Part Time(flexible – up to 29 hours per week)
Schedule: Various shifts available Monday-Friday between 7:00am-6:00pm
Compensation: Starting at $14.21 per hour and FREE YMCA Household Membership
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Childcare Assistant Teacher will be responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher with giving care and providing a safe, nurturing environment for children in our childcare programs in accordance with the YMCA mission and core values.
JOB DETAILS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Treat all children with love, respect, and dignity
Maintain a safe, clean, and appropriate physical environment, always ensuring the safety of all children and compliance with all State of Michigan Licensing requirements
Assist the Lead Teacher with implementing daily lesson/activity plans
Complete incident and accident reports as necessary
Know appropriate emergency and safety procedures
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required
Be familiar with procedures of reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protective Services
Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, teachers, and all staff
Exemplify the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty
Help with other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Serve as a representative and role model for the YMCA maintaining a professional demeanor
Supports all aspects of the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA in the spirit of teamwork
QUALIFICATIONS:
A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
Must qualify under State of Michigan licensing to work in a childcare setting including obtaining 24 hours of training each licensing year
Prior experience working with children required
Training in early childhood development is preferred
Fingerprinting and Background check required
CPR and First Aid Certifications or ability to obtain certifications post-hire required
Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.
Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)
There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.
If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.
Book Your Spot:
Reservation Reminders:
Reservations are for members only.
Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.
Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)
There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.
If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
Reservations are for members only.
Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.
Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)
There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.
If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Financial AsSistance Programs
Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.
There is a reduced joining fee. $25 for Youth/Teen, $25 for Adult, and $50 for Household memberships.