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Childcare Preschool Teacher

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Childcare Preschool Teacher to join our team.

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 

As a Childcare Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for supporting the Lead Teacher at the YMCA Childcare Preschool year-round to serve our community with a variety of activity options to explore and develop the talents of youth so that children have fun, grow, and thrive in our care. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in planning the educational programs and assist with the daily implementation of the daily classroom curriculum.
  • Prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom curriculum.
  • Assist with maintaining site and equipment, including properly implementing proper cleaning procedures and upkeep of equipment and facility.
  • Attend and participate in family nights and program activities as applicable and agreed upon.
  • Maintain positive public relations with members and always represent the best interests of the YMCA.
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
  • Engage children at all times and maintain program/site in compliance with state licensing standards.
  • Treat every participant fairly and equally regardless of circumstances and abilities, making each feel good about themselves and encouraging a fun environment.
  • Greet all parents to establish a friendly rapport.
  • Communicate effectively with Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, and Program Directors.
  • Support Lead Teacher in the implementation of curriculum providing an integrated, child centered and comprehensive curriculum and multicultural environment, which meets the needs of every child, including those with disabilities.
  • Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
  • Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.

 

Are you a good fit?

  • Minimum of 18 years of age or older.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Have or are willing to obtain a Washington State Initial stackable certification (Must enroll upon hire).
  • A desire to have fun, engage with children and inspire creativity!
  • A love for working with children.
  • A minimum of one-year experience working with children in a child care setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of birth to school-aged child development is preferred.
  • Previous experience with diverse populations.
  • Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
  • Sensitivity to the needs of families including adults and children.
  • Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.
  • Possesses (or is willing to possess prior to hire): CPR, First Aid, TB Test, Food Handler’s Card, Childcare Basic STARS, proof of MMR vaccine, Merit account.
  • Able and willing to complete a Department of Children, Youth, and Families Portable Background Check.
  • Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
  • You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

 

Wage: $18.00- $22.00 per hour

(Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time up to 25 hours per week

Location: Central Kitsap School District, Bremerton, WA 

 

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

  • A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
  • Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
  • Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
  • 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

 

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

  • HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
  • Willamette Dental Plan
  • VSP Vision Plan

 

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.

 

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled