Children's Dreamery Center at Edison - Improving the Lives of Children Program

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Position: Classroom Support DAYS: Any day, Monday-Friday. HOURS: Flexible between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Edison Dreamery: Infants and toddlers up to 2.5 years of age

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If you’re passionate about helping children thrive, believe in equity and inclusion, and want to be part of a joyful, mission-driven team, this opportunity is for you. The Dreamery Classrooms are where play, learning, and community come together. We’d love for you to be part of the magic. ________________________________________________________________ Mission Statement: Eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Primary Function: As a Classroom Support volunteer, you’ll play a key role in helping our Dreamery Classrooms come to life! Support young children’s learning and development in a nurturing, play-based environment. This is a hands-on, heart-first opportunity to make a lasting impact on children in their earliest years.

Qualifications: 1. Must be 18 years of age 2. Patience and calm demeanor 3. Must be able to sit, bend, twist, and lift up to 20 pounds. 4. Openness to work with people of diverse backgrounds 5. Willingness to complete all required ILC training. 6. Agreement to fingerprint. YWCA covers all expenses related to this test.

Volunteers are not meant to substitute for employees; instead, they are invited to join us in assisting staff with needs.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with classroom needs, to create a warm, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment 2. Provide helpful, encouraging support to children 3. Model positive behavior and best classroom practices 4. Observe children to ensure their safety and well-being 5. Maintain confidentiality and respect for families, staff, and children

Training Requirements:

1. Gain a general understanding of YWCA's Mission 2. Understanding of the principles of racial equity and inclusion 3. Completion of the following online training modules: Bloodborne Pathogen Safe Sleep Health and Safety for Childcare Providers Module C 4. Shadow Staff in the classroom