After School Program Assistant Teacher

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,953 - 26,188; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

EAP

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is hiring for the 2026/2027 school year to provide after school programming at locations throughout Grand Rapids. After School Program Teachers create a safe, reliable, and fun environment, and Assistant Teachers help plan, develop, and implement classroom activities. Schedules vary, but require Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM.

This part-time position up to 25 hours/week includes benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year youth development experience or equivalent education/training/experience.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Ability and desire to work with school-age children.

Responsibilities

• Assists Site Coordinator in developing and leading daily lesson plans.
• Prepares materials for daily activities.
• Maintains records of attendance, arrival, and departure times.
• Provides weekly lesson plans to parents.
• Provides each participant’s parent with information on individual activities daily.
• Maintains supervision of children.
• Assists Site Supervisor with parent-teacher conferences as needed.

Skills

Youth development

Lesson planning

Parent communication

Teamwork

Job description

NOW HIRING FOR THE 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Before and after school programming is located at off‑site school locations throughout the Grand Rapids area.

Position Summary

After School Program Teachers provide a reliable, safe, and fun environment for children to unwind after their school day. Assistant Teachers will assist in the planning, developing, and implementing of classroom activities for programs. Schedules vary, but require Monday‑Friday availability, 3:00 PM‑6:00 PM.

Essential Functions

• Assists Site Coordinator in developing and leading daily lesson plans
• Prepares materials for daily activities
• Maintains records of attendance, arrival, and departure times
• Provides weekly lesson plans to parents
• Provides each participant’s parent with information on individual activities on a daily basis
• Maintains supervision of children
• Assists Site Supervisor with parent‑teacher conferences as needed

Performs any other functions deemed to be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association.

Compensation

$15.21 – $19.01; Non‑Exempt, Part time (up to 25 hours/week)

Benefits

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Qualifications

Six months to one year youth development related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with school‑age children.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• AED‑Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

0 – 5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out‑of‑state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.