Job Description

Before and After School Teacher

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Before and After School Teacher to join our team. The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

As a Before and After School Teacher, you will support the YMCA Childcare Program year-round to serve our school age children with a variety of activity options to explore and develop the interests and talents of the youth with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement for children to have fun and thrive in our care. Our programs are run in various local schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain positive public relations with members and always represent the best interests and core values of the YMCA.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents, students, school staff and peers.
• Support student goals, academic or otherwise.
• Lead curriculum and physical activities.
• Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and our YMCA values which includes implementation of proximity praise, specific action compliments, our Core Values and our 8 Points of Leadership.
• Maintain site and equipment, including implementing proper cleaning procedures and upkeep of equipment.
• Directly supervise children at all times and maintain program/site in compliance with state licensing standards.
• Attend and participate in family nights and program activities.
• Attend staff meetings at least once a month at an off-site location.
• Participate in the Annual Campaign by reaching site goal and asking 100% of the parents in the program.

Are you a good fit?

• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• You are at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED.
• You have at least one year of experience working with children in a childcare setting.
• Are willing to enroll in and complete STARS training within 60 days of employment (i.e. Ongoing 10 hours, 20/30 Hour Basic).
• You are currently certified (with documentation) or are willing to certify in Infant-Child CPR and Basic First Aid within 30 days of employment (YMCA will assist in this process).
• You are willing to obtain a Food Handlers permit (cost reimbursable), complete a pre-employment TB skin test with negative results (YMCA will assist in this process) and proof of MMR vaccination (before the first day of employment).
• Must be able to successfully complete required DCYF background and fingerprint checks before the first day of hire.
• You are able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on your first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• You have reliable transportation, the ability to assist at other childcare sites as needed and attend meetings at off-site locations.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act)

Wages: $18.03 to $20.22 per hour, (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Monday – Friday

Shift: Monday-Friday Split Shift 6:00-10:00am; 2:30-6:30pm (times vary depending on district)

All Day Out and Day Camp Schedules – [between the hours of 6:00am-6:30pm]

Year-round position

Location: Tacoma School District (Point Defiance Elementary), Tacoma, WA

Benefits: All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.

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