Preschool, Toddler Teachers and Assistant Teachers @ NEW Guilderland Early Learning Center
Capital District YMCA
Location
Town of Guilderland, New York
Salary
$25 / HOUR
Quick overview
Teachers and assistants are responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing age-appropriate developmental activities for children. They must also maintain a safe environment and adhere to all childcare regulations and training requirements.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet specific educational criteria ranging from a high school diploma to a NYS Teaching Certificate depending on the role. Additionally, all applicants must have relevant experience working with children and be able to pass health and safety clearances.
Job description
GET PAID WHEN YOU NEED IT With our Early Wage Access (EWA) program, access a portion of your earned wages on demand—no need to wait for payday. Enjoy more flexibility and control over your finances.
Open positions
ASSISTANT TEACHER– $16.43/hour
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- HS Diploma/GED
- 1 year experience working with children under 13
TEACHER – $19.57/hour
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s degree, Child Development Associate Credential, or 9 college credits with plan of study leading to degree/CDA
- 2 years experience with children under 13
- 1 year supervisory experience
Additional qualifications (All positions)
- Maintain 30 hours of childcare-related training every 2 years
- Tuberculosis (TB) Test and physician’s clearance to work in childcare
- Basic computer skills, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community
- Child Abuse Prevention (Supervisory Staff), CPR, First Aid, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens trainings (completed within 30 days of hire)
Work schedule
- Monday -
- Friday: 8 hours shifts between 7:30am - 5:30pm
- Full Time at 8 hours daily/40 hours per week
Full time benefits
Family YMCA Membership, Health, Dental, Y Retirement, generous PTO plan, Paid Sick Leave, and more!
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave
- Early Wage Access
- Family YMCA Membership
- Y Retirement Plan
