Teachers Assistant

YMCA of Greater Hartford Job Description

Job Title : Teacher’s Aide

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Job Grade :

Primary Department : SACC

Reports to : Child Development Director or Childcare Coordinator

Revision Date : 07 / 31 / 2024 Leadership Level : Leader

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all committed to helping people reach their potential in spirit, mind, and body. Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the general direction of the Head Teacher, the Teacher’s Aide works for the YMCA of Greater Hartford and is responsible for on-site activity

leadership, working directly with children. Must enjoy working with children, be a team player, be dependable and possess knowledge of positive behavior management techniques.

Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values : honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Assist the Head Teacher in the preparation and delivery of daily activities by completing assigned tasks.
• Serve our diverse communities equitably and act with an inclusive, anti-racist lens at all times; promote a brave, respectful culture at the Y.
• Actively participate with children in all activities and during play times, ensuring premier quality and innovation.
• Be responsible for clean-up and maintenance of toys and materials after each activity.
• Communicate immediately any problems or concerns with the program, staff, children or parents to immediate Supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality of information provided by parents, staff and administration.
• Report immediately to supervisor any evidence of child abuse including physical, mental, emotional and / or neglect.
• Attend the minimum number of training hours per year as required by State law and / or accrediting agencies, as approved by supervisor.
• Consistently provide friendly, courteous assistance, exceeding customers’ expectations every day, which includes building and maintaining healthy

professional relationships with parents, children, host agencies, and staff.

Members and others.

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