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 BASE Assistant 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 BASE Assistant 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 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 trainings within 90 days of hire