ASSISTANT TODDLER TEACHER

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is committed to empowering

all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as

productive, caring, responsible citizens. Consistent with our values of Respect,

Integrity, Stewardship, and Passion for Youth; we provide a broad range of programs

and activities focused on our priority outcomes of Academic Success, Healthy

Lifestyles, and Good Character and Citizenship. Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and

Franklin Counties began in 1995 and now serves over 2200 club members each year

at multiple club locations. The Club is currently working with community partners to

establish additional club sites in underserved communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Toddler Assistant Teacher

will support the Lead Teacher in implementing a variety of activities to

promote physical, mental and social development for youth ages 2-3 years of

age. The Assistant Teacher visibly enjoys working with children, strives to

create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build

confidence and skills. The Assistant Teacher fosters positive relationships with

children, families, staff and school personnel. The Assistant Teacher should be

passionate about implementing great programming in a busy environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with ages ranging from birth-preschool

• 18 years of age or older

• Ability to remain poised, positive, and energetic in a busy work environment

• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• State Initial Certificate (preferred)

• 30-Hour STARS Certificate (Preferred)

• Covid-19 Vaccination or religious or medical exemption.

• Tuberculosis Test (Preferred)

SUPERVISOR

Early Learning Area

Director and

Site Coordinator

STATUS

Part-time, hourly

STARTING SALARY

RANGE

$14.69-$17.00

DOQ/DOE/Hour

$.50/hr additional pay

for bi-lingual staff

(assessment required)

• CPR/First Aid Card (Preferred)

• Blood Borne Pathogens Training (Preferred)

• Food Handlers Card (Preferred)

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and

social needs of the children in the program. Activities should also be

consistent with the organization’s mission and priority outcome areas.

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s

varying needs and interests.

• Establishes a program setting that ensures the health and safety of

members.

• Maintain cleanliness of the classroom and manage program supplies.

• Ensure that Washington State Administrative Codes are being

followed, as well as best practices to make certain we are offering the

best program possible to our members.

• Attend required meetings and trainings in order to maintain and

improve professional competence.

• Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit a cover letter and resume to heather.robertson@greatclubs.org.

Position will close as filled.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.