Preschool Assistant Early Childhood Education Teacher

The YMCA of Northern Colorado is looking for creative, enthusiastic early childhood assistant teachers to join our preschool program. The ideal candidate radiates fun but balances that positive energy and playfulness with maturity, thoughtfulness and experience in actively engaging with youth in a safe, healthy manner.

Strong customer service 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.

This position is part time, year-round up to 28 hours per week. Additional hours may be available during summers.

The salary range is $16.00-$22.00 per hour based on experience and availability plus a 10% salary bonus for staff who are bilingual in Spanish and English.

View all openings, learn more about our benefits, and apply online today at https://www.ymcanoco.org/careers.

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position 

• 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.

Physical DEMANDS/FUNCTIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential functions are the fundamental job duties, meaning the position exists to perform the function; there is a limited number of employees among whom the performance of the function can be distributed; and/or the incumbent is hired for expertise or ability to perform the function due to its high specialization. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and associated Federal regulations protect qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination in all areas of employment. To be considered qualified, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of a position, with or without reasonable accommodation. It is important that the physical tasks associated with the essential functions be identified appropriately so that persons with disabilities can determine if any accommodation is necessary.

• (10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership 
• (10+ hours/week) Program discounts 
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Sick Time 

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