Assistant Toddler Teacher

Named a 2024 Top Workplace in the Philadelphia Inquirer, we are a diverse community joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.

With more than 60,000 members across Chester County, our programs and facilities are always based on the unique needs and interests of the communities we serve. In addition, our volunteers, staff, members and donors are all united by a deep commitment to continually strengthen Chester County.

Job Title: Assistant Toddler Teacher
Location: West Chester YMCA
Pay Class: Full Time
Shifts/Availability: Monday-Friday/Day
Rate: $16.00-$19.00

About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine: Named a 2024 Top Workplace by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.   

Position Purpose: The Assistant Toddler Teacher supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The Assistant Toddler Teacher creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes all children and families while promoting and maintaining a strong educational program in accordance with the YMCA and licensing and quality requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain supervision of all students.  
• Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment.  
• Engage with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activities.  
• Maintain maintenance records, including, but not limited to: accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.  
• Greet parents and children daily and report or direct parental concerns to the lead teacher or director.  
• Use positive guidance to support children.  
• Follow DHS procedures and help others do as well.  
• Provide care for the needs of children. 
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and 2,500 hours of service (2 years) of childcare experience preferred 
• 30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education 
• 15 college credit hours and one year of experience related to the care 
• 2,500 hours of service  
• Current CDA certificate  
• Must keep an up-to-date DHS file   
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and training within 90 days of hire

Benefits:

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00