Childcare Staff

The Bellefonte YMCA is currently accepting applications for full-time and part-time Child Care Staff to fill shifts Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Staff will be responsible for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in our programs as well as providing an environment rich in activities and experiences to promote the development of each child.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations.
• Supervise all children and be physically present with the group of children in your care.
• When engaging children in activities, consider the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
• Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Interact and participate in games, activities, and special programs with children in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
• Assist in daily communication with parents.
• Utilize positive disciplinary methods including, but not limited to, redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and if needed, appropriate time outs.
• Assist with the completion of any necessary administrative paperwork (i.e. meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)

Qualifications (should meet ONE of these criteria)

• High school diploma and 30 credits in an education or human services field.
• High school diploma and 600 or more hours of secondary training.
• High school diploma, 15 credit hours in an education or human service field, and 1 year of experience working with children.
• High school diploma and 2 years of experience working with children.

Salary/Benefits

• $14 – $15.50 per hour depending on level of education and experience.
• $450 bonus after completion of required paperwork and 30 days of employment
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Dental, Health, and Vision Insurance for full-time staff
• Generous PTO package for full-time staff

Pay: $14.00 - $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person