At the Ticonderoga Community Early Learning Center, every child deserves a strong start. That’s why we offer affordable childcare with a structured curriculum that nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and prepares little learners for the future. Quality care, guided learning, and peace of mind — all at a price that works for families.
Under the direction of the Early Childhood Director, the Early Childhood Assistant Teacher will assist in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, per the YMCA philosophy of education, that is supportive of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of all students enrolled in the early childhood daycare program.
- Assists with the implementation of the classroom curriculum, within established guidelines, to assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- On a daily basis, successfully assists in providing direct care of children preschool ages (infant through preschool) in partnership with teachers and other providers.
- Works collaboratively with teachers, assistant teachers, and others to manage the classroom.
- When necessary may be asked to lead classroom activities.
- Assists in recordkeeping, including attendance, incident reports, daily logs, parent sign-in/out book in compliance with federal, state, and other agency regulations, including Silver Bay HR.
- Models and enforces appropriate disciplinary techniques established by the policies of the Center, as needed.
- Maintains positive relationships and communications with parents; may be asked to participate with the teacher in parent-teacher conferences.
- Assists in maintaining classroom equipment; ensures in good working order and stored appropriately as part of a safe classroom environment.
- Adheres to all NYS OCFS, Department of Health, NAEYC, CDC, and Silver Bay YMCA standards, regulations, and expectations.
- Participates in required training and workshops to foster professional growth, per NYS OCFS regulations of 30 hours every 2 years.
- Performs other duties, as requested.
- Must hold a high school diploma.
- AA degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field; or a Child Development Associate credential; or another NYS-recognized credential is preferred.
- Previous experience in a group setting with preschool age children is preferred.
- Knowledge of Brightwheel helpful
- Must possess knowledge and ability to relate and develop professional and positive relationships with children.
- Must have demonstrated experience in ensuring a safe, warm, and welcoming environment, while ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
- Must hold or be able to obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications within 30 days of hire.
- Must complete Child Abuse Prevention and Health and Safety course from NYS OCFS within 30 days of hire.
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people representing all social and economic segments of the community.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to participate in a variety of physical activities; to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, walk, pull, push, sit, or stand for prolonged periods of time. Other physical requirements include the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
- Preferred Education Level: Associate's Degree
Please apply online at https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4193459
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