Front Desk Administrative Support/Assistant Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location: Hanover Early Learning Center - Hanover, MA 02339Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 HourlyThis position, under the direction of the ELC Director, is responsible for assisting in the administrative or support operations of the Early Learning Center (Quincy or Hanover) which will include promoting the YMCA mission, core values and encouraging life-long learning. This position is expected to greet current and prospective families to the ELC, schedule/facilitate tours and understand the overall philosophy of the ELC, enrollment process and classroom routines. Candidates must be reliable, self-motivated, creative team players with strong organizational skills and an attention to detail. This position is responsible for providing community leadership for family and child development and leadership collaborations. The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate high quality member service to both internal and external program participants, families, members, and volunteers to ensure member involvement, service and retention, as well as articulate and model YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.  

Reports to Director, Early Learning Center  

CORE EXPECTATIONS:  

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT  

Assists with the planning and execution of tours and ELC events to meet the needs of the community and fulfill ELC and YMCA objectives.   

Assists with classroom routines ensuring compliance in all related areas including the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) licensing procedures and regulations, Healthy Eating Physical Activity ( HEPA ) standards for young children, implementation of a chosen assessment tool, alignment to the Guidelines for Excellence in Environmental Education and MA Curriculum Frameworks/Common Core Standards as well as Quality Rating Improvement Systems (QRIS) level criteria as defined by program goals.    

Provides reasonable accommodations to allow children with disabilities to participate in activities whenever possible and to meet each child’s individual needs according to EEC and ADA.   

STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT  

Directly assists program participants, teacher assistants and volunteers in accordance with the organization's policies, EEC regulations, applicable laws, and QRIS Standards.  

Works cooperatively with teachers in classroom plans, assignments, and supports staff and volunteer work.  Monitor and communicate with supervisors for all staff related EEC and South Shore YMCA requirements.    

MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT  

Builds relationships with and among families and members, responds to inquiries and solves problems.    

Creates a supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new families and connects families to the YMCA’s mission.    

FACILITY MANAGEMENT  

Works with ELC Director and Assistant Director to ensure that program facilities and equipment for children are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained and attractive.    

VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT  

Responsible for engaging and supervising volunteers.  

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT  

Assists in SSYMCA fundraising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.  

CORE EXPECTATIONS:  

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT  

Assists with the planning and execution of tours and ELC events to meet the needs of the community and fulfill ELC and YMCA objectives.   

Assists with classroom routines ensuring compliance in all related areas including the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) licensing procedures and regulations, Healthy Eating Physical Activity ( HEPA ) standards for young children, implementation of a chosen assessment tool, alignment to the Guidelines for Excellence in Environmental Education and MA Curriculum Frameworks/Common Core Standards as well as Quality Rating Improvement Systems (QRIS) level criteria as defined by program goals.    

Provides reasonable accommodations to allow children with disabilities to participate in activities whenever possible and to meet each child’s individual needs according to EEC and ADA.   

STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT  

Directly assists program participants, teacher assistants and volunteers in accordance with the organization's policies, EEC regulations, applicable laws, and QRIS Standards.  

Works cooperatively with teachers in classroom plans, assignments, and supports staff and volunteer work.  Monitor and communicate with supervisors for all staff related EEC and South Shore YMCA requirements.    

MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT  

Builds relationships with and among families and members, responds to inquiries and solves problems.    

Creates a supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new families and connects families to the YMCA’s mission.    

FACILITY MANAGEMENT  

Works with ELC Director and Assistant Director to ensure that program facilities and equipment for children are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained and attractive.    

VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT  

Responsible for engaging and supervising volunteers.  

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT  

Assists in SSYMCA fundraising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.  

Qualifications 

High School diploma is required. Completion of a higher degree or in the process of completing a higher degree from an accredited college or university in Early Education, or related field is preferred.    

Experience working with children  

Knowledge and experience with the Department of Early Education and Care regulations and QRIS Standards.  

The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with, staff, children & families, volunteers, school administrators, members, community leaders and other agencies are critical to this position.   

Must meet EEC Educator Professional Development requirements per QRIS standards and the Early Learning Center’s goals.  Professional Development must include at least one third of required trainings that address diverse learners. PQ Registry must remain current and reflect all PD hours, trainings and college level courses    

Effective teaching skills and the ability to implement methods to address and follow-up with family needs/concerns in a positive and professional way reflecting an attitude that values diversity.    

Willingness and ability to be part of the ELC educator team and attend staff meetings as scheduled.