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Child Development Staff - Before / After School, Pre-School Age - Lake Nona YMCA Family Center

Lake Nona (Orlando), Fl

 

Our beautiful Lake Nona YMCA Family Center currently has immediate openings for the following child development positions:

  • Before / After School Co-Teacher 
  • Pre-school Co-Teacher * Requires 45 Hour DCF Credentials

Not to be mistaken as a babysitting job, this a unique opportunity within the Y Family Center to impact the lives of children in Central Florida. Co-Teachers will assist in the planning and implementing of activities that fit the children’s needs and interests! Our child development staff have the rewarding job of working with children about values, helping them learn to read and keeping them active and healthy through daily fitness activities.

Education, Training and Experience

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have one year of child care experience/
  • 45 Hour DCF credentials required for Pre-school position.
  • Must possess or be willing to obtain current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

Knowledge, Attitude, Skills and Habits

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Desire and ability to work with children of all ages.
  • Demonstrated responsibility and dependability.
  • Follow through actions regarding communication with all parents.
  • Must exhibit patience and understanding.  
  • Receives and follows detailed instructions.  
  • Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind.  
  • Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.
  • Must be capable of working closely with all levels of management and under minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical activities of this position include:  stooping, kneeling, and repetitive motions. The incumbent must be able to perform medium work:  exerting up to 50 lbs. The individual may work both indoors and outdoors in this position

COMPANY BENEFITS


Along with a competitive pay structure, the YMCA of Central Florida provides exceptional benefits which include the following:

  • 12% Employer funded retirement plan after two years of service with immediate vesting and the ability to add additional earnings from first day of employment
  • YMCA membership for employees; discounts for spouse and dependents
  • Exciting career growth opportunities with one of the leading YMCA Associations in the nation. 
  • A challenging and fun work environment with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

The YMCA of Central Florida is a Drug Free Workplace and is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status.