*Responsibilities:*
* Assist in planning both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy
* Take on lead responsibilities in the absence of the lead teacher
* Help where needed in reporting the progress of children to parents in bi-annual reports and through parent-teacher conferences if lead teacher is unable.
* Maintain daily open communications with lead teacher and parents and help share information to better plan with them on how to meet their childs needs
* Give evidence of continuing study and development in the field of Early Childhood Education
* Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
* Attend in-service and staff meetings
* Help aides and volunteers in the classroom.
* Other duties as assigned
*Requirements:*
* Must be at least 18 years of age
* Minimum high school diploma
* A commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.
* Completion of YMCA trainings within a required time frame.
* Completion of Fingerprinting requirement as dictated by the State of Michigan
*Physical Demands*
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to: bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity.
*Disclaimers:*
* Must complete successful background screening and drug test for YMCA and all other off-site screenings for partnering organizations.
* This job description may not be all-inclusive and employee is expected to perform all other duties as assigned by direct management.
* Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.
00 - $16.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Lansing, MI 48911: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person