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Early Learning and Youth Development Assistant

2 months ago

Wichita, Kansas, United States YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA KANSAS Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Early Learning and Youth Development Assistant. This role provides comprehensive classroom experience for individuals seeking a career in early learning and/or youth development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Follow posted lesson plans and classroom schedule as directed by classroom teachers
  • Support children's learning through participation and encouragement
  • Assist with food service prep and clean-up
  • Complete routine care tasks for children such as diaper changing and feeding
  • Support a safe and healthy environment by completing assigned tasks for cleaning the program spaces, assessing the environment for safety hazards, and taking action to prevent incidents
  • Manage all classroom supplies and equipment in a safe and organized manner
  • Support and demonstrate discipline practices in accordance with the YMCA's policies and KDHE regulations
  • Support and follow individual behavior plans for children as directed by the classroom teacher
Requirements
  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Minimum of a High School Diploma
  • Ability to follow safety requirements pertaining to young children
  • Ability to work with and follow directions
  • Effectively respond to questions from coworkers, parents, and Program Director in a timely manner
  • Ability to work independently without close oversight
  • Possess the ability to be flexible
  • Must be able to routinely perform physical activities such as running, jumping, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching with hands, sitting, standing, walking, and performing moderate physical activity for extended periods of time
  • Must possess mental alertness, problem-solving, and task management skills
  • Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and the desire to work with all ages
  • Must exhibit initiative
  • Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
  • Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and deadlines
  • Must always present a neat and professional appearance
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to follow safety requirements pertaining to young children
  • Ability to work with and follow directions
  • Effectively respond to questions from coworkers, parents, and Program Director in a timely manner
  • Ability to work independently without close oversight
  • Possess the ability to be flexible
  • Must be able to routinely perform physical activities such as running, jumping, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching with hands, sitting, standing, walking, and performing moderate physical activity for extended periods of time
  • Must possess mental alertness, problem-solving, and task management skills
  • Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and the desire to work with all ages
  • Must exhibit initiative
  • Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
  • Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and deadlines
  • Must always present a neat and professional appearance
Physical and Mental Requirements
  • Must be able to routinely perform physical activities such as running, jumping, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching with hands, sitting, standing, walking, and performing moderate physical activity for extended periods of time
  • Must possess mental alertness, problem-solving, and task management skills
  • Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and the desire to work with all ages
  • Must exhibit initiative
  • Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
  • Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and deadlines
  • Must always present a neat and professional appearance
Job Requirements
  • Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision, and values
  • Meet all participation requirements for the Learn to Work Project, including participation in professional development activities outside of work hours
  • Complete all KDHE required health and safety trainings
  • Attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire
  • Complete Pediatric CPR/AED, Pediatric First Aid as applicable to current regulations and in accordance with YMCA Conditions of Employment
  • Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
  • Ability to supervise participants and maintain safety standards actively and effectively
  • Ability to handle all questions and concerns and resolve conflicts in a courteous and professional manner
Maintaining Our Culture of Excellence Standards
  • Effectively communicate the mission, vision, and values of the Wichita YMCA
  • Develop and maintain positive, open relationships with families and coworkers
  • Greet parents and children by name upon arrival and at departure
  • Create a welcoming environment and help them get connected to our programs, participants, and staff
  • Communicate all concerns to the classroom Teacher and/or supervisor on duty immediately
  • Follow all program guidelines regarding food service, clean-up, and food storage
  • Maintain complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies
Strong Community Campaign
  • Engage and actively participate in annual campaign, including but not limited to solicitation of donations, promoting events/projects, and telling the YMCA story