Childcare Afterschool Assistant

The YMCA currently has Part-time Childcare entry-level Assistant and Teacher 1 positions available in South Orange County.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM / STEAM, and physical education.
• Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation.
• Support participants in making positive choices, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when needed to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere conducive to their success.
• Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.
• Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required.
• Preferred availability: Opening shifts- 6:30am to 8:00am; Part-time shifts- 1:30pm to 6:00pm.

Qualifications:

Requirements & Experience for Assistant or Teacher 1 position:

• Be over the age of 18.
• Assistant: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Assistant: 6 months experience working with children preferred.
• Teacher 1: 6 units in Child Development or a related field; and continuous enrollment in a minimum of 2 units per semester toward completion of 12 units required.
• Teacher 1: 6 months working with children required.

Benefits of working with the Y:

• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Part-time and Full-time positions are available.
• FREE Workout Classes.
• FREE Pool Access.
• FREE Training and Certifications.
• FREE Virtual Health Care Solutions (Teledoc).
• Program Discounts.
• Up to 100 percent off child care programs.
• Paid Sick Time.
• YMCA Retirement Fund.
• Community Impact.
• Flexible Schedule.
• Medical and Dental Benefits available for Full-time staff.

The YMCA has opportunities available in the areas below: