Preschool Teacher Assistant - Centennial

Position Summary

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is seeking an Assistant Preschool Teacher to support the lead teacher in classroom activities and child development.

Responsibilities

• Interact, initiate, and encourage children in daily activities.
• Help manage children's behavior using positive and appropriate methods.
• Maintain open communication with parents and address their concerns.
• Aid in activity planning and provide suggestions when needed.
• Develop a cooperative atmosphere within the classroom.
• Assist the lead teacher in record-keeping and observation documentation.

Abuse Risk Management Functions

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children.
• Attend required abuse risk management training.
• Follow procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising children.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Why Work Here?

• 10 paid holidays
• Generous PTO plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 10% Retirement Contribution and access to 403(b) retirement savings account
• Annual merit increases for performance goals
• Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts
• Free summer camp and 50% off preschool for your children
• Opportunity to earn a college degree for free with one class per semester through Nevada's T.E.A.C.H. program
• Recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace
• Meaningful impact in the community

Culture

• We are welcoming: open to all.
• We are a place where you can belong and become.
• We are genuine: value you and embrace your individuality.
• We are nurturing: support your journey to develop your full potential.
• We are determined: relentless quest to strengthen communities.
• We are service driven: go above and beyond to keep people coming back.
• We are safety focused: proactive in keeping everyone safe.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made.
• Physical demands include sitting, using hands, talking, hearing, reaching, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting up to 20 pounds, occasional bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and operating various equipment.
• Noisy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and six semester hours of early or elementary childhood study required.
• Two years' experience in early or elementary childcare preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English strongly preferred.
• Strong skills in communication, leadership, judgment, and creativity.
• Minimum age of 18.