Child Care Staff

Our Bellefonte Branch is currently accepting applications for part-time Child Care Staff to fill shifts Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:30 AM and 6:00 PM in the Early Learning Program. 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.
• 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.