Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a place that values you as a professional? Join the Y and enjoy a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package! Our directors are dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative environment, providing the guidance and mentorship you need to thrive. Our early childhood program, located in the heart of Burlington is hiring full-time teaching assistants for our one year old rooms. Join our team and inspire curiosity, laughter, and growth as you guide one-year-olds through their exciting first steps in learning and discovery!
SCHEDULE:
This role requires working a Monday-Friday 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM schedule.
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
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Great Pay: Competitive pay between $17.25-$19.00/hour dependent on qualifications
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Professional Development: 8 in-service days for training, mental health, team meetings, and curriculum planning
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Time Off: 7 paid vacation days, 8 paid holidays, and 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year
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Balanced Workload: One planning day each week
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Y Perks: Free Y membership and discounts on programs and camps
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Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus HRA funded by the Y
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Support: Employee assistance, short and long-term disability, and retirement plans
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Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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Growth: Ongoing professional development opportunities
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The City is our Playground: Our classrooms get to the unique experience of being in the middle of the city with classes having the opportunity to walk to the waterfront, beach, woods, and Church Street.
What You'll Do:
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Collaborate: Work with teachers to implement quality early childhood programs
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Plan & Lead: Assist in lesson planning and lead activities
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Ensure Safety: Supervise activities to keep children safe
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Organize: Help maintain a neat and organized classroom
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Support: Assist in swim lessons, gym lessons, and field trips
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Communicate: Share relevant information with teachers and the director, and address child concerns appropriately
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Engage Families: Maintain professional communication with parents and guardians
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Confidentiality: Keep all information confidential
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Compliance: Help maintain state Child Care Licensing requirements
Requirements:
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Must have one (1) year of experience working with children birth-to grade three (3)
- Must have a high school diploma or have completed a GED and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
- Completion of Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate
- A completion of a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or a three (3) credit college course for school age care and education
- At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level One (1) or Two (2) Certificate
- At least a current CDA (Child Development Associate)
- At least a State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate that emphasizes child development or early childhood education
- Ability to pass federal background and state fingerprint checks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Greater Burlington YMCA is an inclusive, nonprofit organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. Strengthening community is our cause.
Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, income, race, sex, or sexual orientation has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We value an environment that fosters dignity, respect, fairness, and appreciation for all aspects and dimensions of diversity.
