SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE ASSISTANT

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Montecito Family YMCA - Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Any

Benefits that Benefit You

• FREE YMCA Family Gym Membership and Program Discounts
• Education Assistance Program Up To $1,500 per year
• YMCA Retirement Fund
• Paid Sick Leave
• Flexible Schedule

What does a School Age Childcare Assistant do?

• Assist in planning, supervising, and implementing childcare programs in accordance with guidelines from State of California Community Care Licensing
• Provides quality care and supervision to children (visual, proactive, interactive)
• Provide a safe environment for all children to thrive
• Guide behaviors using positive methods, keeping in mind each child’s individual needs
• Assist in supervising activities and lesson plans
• Ensure the program is delivering Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards
• Set up and clean‑up of the program area including vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, trash removal, etc
• Provides exceptional customer service and fosters connections with children and families
• Participating and satisfactory completion of in‑service trainings
• Create an environment that is welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive for all children and families

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six units in child development or related field preferred
• Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire
• Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire
• Ability to obtain Criminal Record Clearance
• Health Screening Report and negative TB test required prior to first day of employment