Early Childhood Substitute Teacher - N State St Bellingham, Washington, United States
1 day ago

Job description
DescriptionWe're Hiring: Early Learning Substitute Teachers at the Y
Love working with kids? Need a flexible schedule? Join our team at the Y as a Substitute Teacher in our Early Learning programs
We're looking for caring, energetic, and reliable people who are ready to jump in and support our classrooms when our regular teachers need a day off. Whether you're studying education, returning to the workforce, or just have a passion for helping little ones learn and grow — this could be a great fit
What You'll Do:
Step in to support our teachers and kiddos in early learning classrooms (infant through preschool)
Help with playtime, learning activities, meals, and naps
Create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment
Work with a team that's all about building strong kids and strong communities
What You Bring:
A love for children and a positive attitude
Flexibility and a willingness to jump in where needed
Experience in childcare or early education is awesome, but not required — we provide training
Must meet basic licensing requirements (we'll help you through that process if needed)
Why the Y?
Flexible hours that fit your schedule
Free Y membership
Supportive team and meaningful work
Great experience if you're considering a career in education or childcare
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:
Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of changemakers for our country.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
- Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
- Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Current CPR (Adult, Infant & Child) and First Aid, AED certifications.
- Complete Praesidium Child Abuse prevention training within 15 days of hire.
- STARS 30 Hour Childcare Basic Training (Must be completed within 3 months of hire date)
- Must have or be in the process of obtaining the following:
- Negative TB Test
- HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen training
- Safe Sleep
- MERIT ID account
- Food Handlers Card
- Cleared Portable Background Check from MERIT
- MMR Immunization Record
8. Willingness to obtain the ECE initial certificate or equivalent (approximately 12 credits).
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community, Volunteerism, Philanthropy, Change Leadership
Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion
Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Functional Expertise, Innovation, Program/Project Management
Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
- The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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