<p>Job Title:Two's Program Assistant (Full-Time), Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy</p> <p>Description: In this role, you'll help create a fun, engaging, and safe environment where children can grow and learn while upholding the YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring. We are committed to providing a nurturing, mission-driven environment where both children and employees can grow and thrive. Working with us means being part of a team that values creativity, development, and community. We offer opportunities for training, advancement, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young children.</p> <p>Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Help provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children </li><li>Support lead teachers with daily activities and classroom supervision </li><li>Foster the YMCA's core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring </li><li>Assist with implementing curriculum and guiding structured and free play activities </li><li>Promote positive behavior and help maintain classroom routines </li><li>Attend to children's basic needs including meals, rest, and outdoor play </li><li>Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and family engagement events </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>18 years old </li><li>High school diploma or equivalent required </li><li>CDA credential or equivalent preferred </li><li>Completion of DCF MODS (Introductory Child Care Training, Parts 1 & 2) </li><li>1+ year of experience working with children in a developmental setting </li><li>Able to work with infants, toddlers, and young children both indoors and outdoors </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, hear, and lift up to 40 lbs </li><li>Must be comfortable participating in activities and engaging physically with children </li><li>Vision requirements include close/distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment </li></ul> <p>Pay & Perks: Full-time, $14.75-$20.00/hour (based on experience). Schedule is Monday through Friday. Health insurance, Paid time off, 75% discount on preschool tuition, Free before/after school care for school-age children, free YMCA wellness center access for your household, employer-paid retirement contributions.</p> <p>Work Location: Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy -5175 45th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714</p> <p>Interested? Contact the Executive Director of Early Childhood Education, Tracey Frank: tfrank@stpeteymca.org</p> <ul> <li>Level 2 background check & 10-panel drug screen required. </li></ul>