What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Aide - South Valley position at YMCA OF SILICON VALLEY?
POSITION SYMMARY:
A Child Care Teacher Aide assists the Center Director or a Teacher in implementing activities for a group of children. A Teacher Aide must meet California licensing requirements. A Teacher may also be responsible for the supervision of a Teacher Aide. The Teacher Aide must meet the all the Title 22 licensing requirements for an aide in school age center.
PAY RANGE: $22.00 - $23.00/Hour
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Teachers to develop age appropriate activities for children.
- Work with Teachers to supervise children while maintaining ratios that meet requirements for Title 22.
- Live a culture of passion for risk management and safety
- Meet and greet all children and parents daily.
- Help maintain a clean and well organized facility.
- Assist in creating a warm, nurturing, and inviting program atmosphere.
- Attend all staff meetings and all training events.
- Participate in family events.
- Build confidence and self-esteem of the children in the program.
- Model appropriate and constructive discipline.
- Work as a team member of the child care center and the YMCA.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands of the position include:
- Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
- Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
Salary : $22 - $23