Assistant Teacher

<p><strong><span>Assistant Teacher</span></strong></p> <p><em><span>Allentown, PA | Part Time, Hourly; Monday-Friday 12:00pm-6:00pm | $14 - $15 per hour</span></em></p> <p><strong><span>We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers. Is that you?</span></strong></p> <p><span>We are looking for an assistant teacher passionate about bringing the best out in our kids ages 1-2 years old, connecting to our community and having fun!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span>Some rewards for joining our team: </span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! </span></li> <li><span>Flexible work schedule</span></li> <li><span>Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs</span></li> <li><span>Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span>What is needed for this job</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>High school diploma </span></li> <li><span>Associate/Bachelor degree or college credits from an accredited college or university in childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field preferred</span></li> <li><span>Are 21+ and have 2+ years of experience working with children in a professional, volunteer, or familial capacity</span></li> <li><span>Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment</span></li> <li><span>Past experience working with children ages 1-2</span></li> <li><span>Ability to pass all relevant clearances</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span>The responsibilities we will trust you with:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn</span></li> <li><span>Being patient and kind with our parents</span></li> <li><span>Cultivating and fostering a safe and nurturing environment that will encourage physical, emotional, and intellectual growth of children in the program</span></li> <li><span>Adjusting curriculum to ensure that all children meet the learning objectives</span></li> <li><span>Utilizing state and YMCA guidelines to ensure the safety and well being of the children</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span>What you can expect:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>Support from an amazing team</span></li> <li><span>Opportunities to learn &amp; grow</span></li> <li><span>Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span>YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer </span></strong><span>All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply.</span></p> <p><strong><span>After reading this, if you're thinking this is great- we want to meet you!</span></strong></p> <p><span>Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.</span></p> <p> </p>