Early Childhood Education Assistant

2 weeks ago


Butler, Pennsylvania, United States Butler County Family YMCA Full time
Position Overview

The Child Development Support Specialist plays a crucial role in fostering the educational, supervisory, and nurturing aspects of children's growth within the Butler County Family YMCA Early Learning Center Program. This role is integral to the mission of the Y, a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing community well-being through youth development, health initiatives, and social responsibility.

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children.
  • High School diploma or equivalent, along with 15 credit hours from an accredited institution in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or related fields, plus 1 year of experience with children.
  • Proficient in executing age-appropriate program activities.
  • CPR/Pediatric First Aid/AED Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
  • Capable of engaging with individuals from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Assist in the execution of the curriculum in accordance with established guidelines.
  2. Support the development of daily lesson plans and activities.
  3. Maintain open and consistent communication with parents throughout the year.
  4. Oversee the children, classroom environment, and all related activities.
  5. Conduct systematic observations and evaluations of children’s progress.
  6. Keep accurate program records as required.
  7. Ensure program areas are maintained and adhere to safety and cleanliness standards.
  8. Participate in center-wide activities, staff meetings, and training sessions.
  9. Foster positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
  10. Maintain ongoing qualifications mandated by DHS for Child Care professionals.
  11. Adhere to YMCA policies and procedures, including those concerning medical and disciplinary matters, child abuse prevention, and emergency protocols.
  12. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands outlined here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these functions.

Ability to engage in all physical aspects of the role, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

The work schedule will encompass daytime hours, with responsibilities including planning, leading, and participating in activities.



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