GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Preschool Aide provides assistance to the Preschool Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in implementing preschool programs. The incumbent assists with carrying out the preschool mission and values by providing high quality preschool services to children and parents that focus on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:
- Assists with the implementation of daily curriculum within the established guidelines.
- Assists in supervising the children, classroom and all activities.
- Contributes to activity preparation, clean up and room maintenance.
- Maintains the preschool room and equipment.
- Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings and staff trainings.
6. Follow all YMCA policy and procedures including Child Abuse Prevention.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:
- Meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 Teacher Aide qualifications, including yearly in service requirements.
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training, and Shaken Baby Certificate.
- Strong commitment to quality child care.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- A commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
7. Lead and participate in activities that may include running, throwing, kicking and swimming.
8. Lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
9. Never been convicted of any child abuse including sexual abuse
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending upon the programs). Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time. The ability to calmly and effectively react in an emergency situation.
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for completing projects or preforming duties deemed necessary for the Mankato YMCA’s success.
Skills Required
- Meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 Teacher Aide qualifications, including annual in-service requirements
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- AED certification
- Child Abuse Prevention training
- Shaken Baby Certificate
- Strong commitment to quality childcare
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Commitment to working with children in a developmental setting
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to participate in activities including running, throwing, kicking, and swimming
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- No conviction for child abuse, including sexual abuse
What We Do
Mankato YMCA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Its mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, making a positive impact in the community through inclusive health and wellness initiatives.
