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The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas Verified 18h ago

Preschool Teacher Assistant

Newport News On-site

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About the role

Imagine being part of one of the most respected human services organizations in the world—a place where your work positively influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community.

What you'll bring

  • 1.Minimum of 16 years of age.
  • 2.High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • 3.Minimum of one year experience in a related field in a supervised setting.
  • 4.Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 required within 30 days.
  • 5.Proof of a negative TB test within the last 2 years.
  • 7.Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter.
  • 1.Ability to observe children’s behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
  • 2.Ability to communicate and work with assigned ages and skill levels and provide necessary instruction to preschool childcare participants.
  • 3.Ability to plan, lead and participate in appropriate childcare activities.
  • 4.Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities.
  • 5.Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and those situations requiring first aid.
  • 6.Physical strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of children.