Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher ($15-$16.50/hr)

Job Title: Assistant Teacher

Full Time Equivalency: 1.0

Hours/Week: 40

Compensation: $15-$16.50/hr*

Internal Job Code: CS-LE-FLTR2

*We value education and language skills!

We offer a $1 per hour increase for candidates with an Associate's degree, a Bachelor's degree, or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. We reward bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish with an additional $0.50 per hour.

Organization Overview

Since 1906 YWCA Utah has been a voice for women, a force for change, and a place for hope. Our enduring belief is that better lives for women – all women – will lead to stronger families and communities.  YWCA is Utah’s most comprehensive provider of family violence services; our programs include walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children’s programs, and a vast array of supportive services. In addition to our work in the area of family violence, the YWCA also reaches out broadly into the community with offerings for every woman, including a nationally accredited child care and early education center, leadership opportunities for women at all life stages, and opportunities to participate more fully in civic life. YWCA Utah is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Mission: YWCA Utah is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women,  

and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. 

YWCA Utah is an equal employment opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace. 
 

Benefits – Full-Time 

In addition to being a part of an organization dedicated to race & gender equity in Utah, benefits of working at YWCA include:   

• Paid parental leave (six weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Generous package of vacation, sick, and bereavement time available to all employees (amount accrued varies based on hours/week)
• Health and dental insurance eligibility for employees, partners, and dependents
• 11 paid holidays
• Employer retirement contribution of up to 10.5% of gross annual salary when eligible
• Professional development with internal and external training opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Program providing counseling options to employees, partners, and dependents

Position Summary  

Assisting lead teacher in planning and implementing nationally accredited infant and toddler programs to ensure health, safety, and enrichment of children.  
 
  

Essential Job functions  

1. Planning, implementing and supervising early preschool education activities in order to enhance their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth.
2. Provide developmentally-appropriate education and care, comfort, nurturing and guidance to early preschool children in order to enhance their emotional and physical growth as outlined by NAEYC and State Licensing guidelines.
3. Ensure the cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of facility according with health and hygiene standards, including but not limited to the toileting area, toys, cots, sheets, diaper changing area and food service/preparation area.
4. Responsible for accurate record keeping, data collection, and anecdotal child reports in order to ensure coordinated departmental interventions.

Competencies & Essential Skills:  

• Problem Solving/Analytical Thinker:Ability to solve and analyze problems effectively and efficiently. 
• Communication/Interpersonal Skills:Ability to provide exceptional customer service to supporters, partners, board members and co-workers. Exceptional communication skills and ability to respond to difficult situations. 
• Time Management:Ability to multitask and work efficiently within close time constraints. Ability to work under pressure and in a stressful environment. 
• Business Knowledge:Ability to master the components of a multi-disciplinary and multi-programmatic organization and partner organizations. Knowledge and understanding of Anti-racism, gender equity and violence against women. 
• Organization:Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize efficiently and meet deadlines. 
• Judgement and Decision Making:Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement and problem solving techniques in the decision-making process. 
• Technology/Tools:Ability to use various computer systems and applications including proficiency in online and electronic communication strategies. 
• Commitment to mission:Demonstrates commitment to YWCA Utah’s mission and philosophy. Actively engages in YWCA Utah’s anti-racism work. 
• Compliance:Adhere to YWCA Utah’s policies and is committed to act legally and ethically within the scope of the work.
   
    

Ideal candidates will have the following:  

• Welcoming & inclusive personality 
• General knowledge of direct victim services, violence against women and sexual violence issues; gender and race equity, from a feminist perspective. 
• Understanding of equity, anti-oppression and trauma-informed philosophies.
  
    

Qualifications  

• 18years of age. Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree or CDA preferred. 
• If no CDA upon hire, must be willing to obtain CDA or have experience working with ages 0-5. Infant and toddler experience preferred. 
• Meet all State Child Care Licensing Requirements including Food Handler’s permit, CPR/First Aid. 
• Ability to relate in a positive and nurturing way with children and adolescents. 
• An understanding of, and agreement with, YWCA Utah’s mission, values and philosophy regarding the elimination of racism, empowerment of women and commitment to anti-oppression work and social justice. 
• Understanding and commitment to issues of cultural diversity and anti-racism. 
• Ability to work scheduled hours on a regular basis, some weekends and evenings required. 
• Demonstrated experience functioning within multidisciplinary settings. 
• Skilled in establishing effective working relationships. 
• Ability to collaborate and invite collaboration. 
• Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution and problem solving. 
• Must be able to pass BCI, meet I-9 requirements, and, if driving on agency business, a valid Utah driver’s license, automobile insurance and motor vehicle record.
  
    

Physical/Sensory Demands  

Work is generally performed in a safe  office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit for long periods of time; use computer to enter data; use telephone to converse with customers and employees; walk and stand for long periods of time; perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement. Travel to attend conferences, training, outreach and other events occurs routinely.  
 
  

Equal Opportunity Employer  

YWCA Utah is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to disability, it is available upon request. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.  

Job Type: Full-time  

$15.50-$16.50 based on education. (CDA or Associates or Bachelors in early childhood related field).