Preschool Assistant Early Childhood Education Teacher Boulder YMCA | Boulder, CO

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  • Location: Boulder, CO

  • Company: Ymca Of Northern Colorado

skills and a positive work attitude are a must, as you will be a role model for our preschoolers. Our center provides a supportive work environment where all staff members feel valued and respected. We also provide extensive training and learning opportunities to allow teachers to advance in their early childhood career.

The Teacher Assistant, in conjunction with the teacher and the Preschool Director, is responsible for supporting and implementing the program curriculum to meet the needs of the children and the families in the program. Provides care to children ranging in the ages from 2 1/2-6 years old. Ensures a clean, safe and friendly environment for all participants. Develops positive

relationships with children and parents, resulting in the development of friendships, Y advocates and volunteers. Requirements/Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age.

Must be AECT Qualified for the State of Colorado High School diploma or equivalent. Previous experience working with children. Willingness to participate in courses and trainings focused on child development and early childhood education. CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. We are in need of staff available half days for a minimum of 3 days per week. This position is part time, year-round up to 28 hours per week. Additional hours may be available during summers. Salary is $16-20/hour based on experience and availability

plus a 10% salary bonus for staff who are bilingual in Spanish and English.

All Employees receive a free individual membership and anyone working 10+ hours receives a free family membership , 50-100% off our programs and if eligible, we contribute the equivalent of 10% of your salary to the YMCA Retirement Fund. Full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 3 weeks of paid vacation, 88 hours of paid sick time, and 8 paid holidays per year. Free YMCA programs include: after-school programs, Camp NOCO traditional day camp, youth sports, learn to skate, and swim lessons. Discounted YMCA programs include: preschool, YMCA Camp Santa Maria overnight camp, personal training, and specialty summer camps.

The Y offers generous medical, dental, and vision benefits. We provide long-term disability and life insurance at no cost to full-time employees. Part-Time employees also receive paid sick time at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. View all openings, learn more about our benefits, and apply online today at www. ymcanoco. org/careers. The YMCA was founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1844. But today, we are The Y, an association that values and is made stronger by its diverse people. At the YMCA of Northern Colorado, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, interactionual orientation, or religious affiliation.

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

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