Assistant Teacher

YMCA of the Roses; Spring Grove (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

FREE access to fitness centers andp o

Program discounts

FREE Child Watch

Job summary

YMCA of the Roses in Spring Grove, PA is seeking an Assistant Teacher to energize a high‑energy Child Development classroom where safety comes first and every moment sparks growth.

You will support curriculum planning, lead engaging activities, supervise children, and partner with families. Shifts weekdays 6:30 AM–5:30 PM with pay $15–$17 per hour, on-site at Spring Grove YMCA. Required certifications and clearances are listed in postings.

Qualifications

• Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED; Mandated Reporter training
• State Police/Child Abuse/NSOR/FBI clearances
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Support early childhood curriculum planning and lead engaging activities and routines
• Supervise children and classroom flow, including ADA accommodations as needed
• Use positive guidance, behavior management, and child development principles
• Complete systematic observations/assessments and maintain required records
• Partner with families through clear parent communication and engagement
• Follow safety/emergency procedures plus infection control and hand-washing protocols

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Your Next Classroom Win

As an Assistant Teacher at the Spring Grove YMCA (1472 Roths Church Rd, Spring Grove, PA), you’ll help power a high-energy Child Development classroom where safety comes first and every moment can spark growth. Pay is $15–$17/hour, with weekday shifts between 6:30 AM and 5:30 PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Support early childhood curriculum planning and lead engaging activities and routines
• Supervise children and classroom flow, including ADA accommodations as needed
• Use positive guidance, behavior management, and child development principles
• Complete systematic observations/assessments and maintain required records
• Partner with families through clear parent communication and engagement
• Follow safety/emergency procedures plus infection control and hand-washing protocols

Required Qualifications/skills

• Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED; Mandated Reporter training
• State Police/Child Abuse/NSOR/FBI clearances
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• FREE access to fitness centers and pools at all YMCA of the Roses locations
• Program and lesson discounts
• FREE Child Watch (up to 3 hours per day while working, when available)

A Day That Flies

You arrive to a bright, busy building and jump into the rhythm of the morning—greeting kids and families, helping the room get set, and keeping the pace upbeat as the day unfolds. Midday brings hands-on learning moments, quick resets between activities, and check-ins with your lead teacher to keep plans on track. Throughout the afternoon, you’ll stay alert and calm as energy rises, share quick updates with parents at pickup, and wrap up by tidying materials so the next day starts strong.

Location: Spring Grove YMCA. Schedule runs Monday–Friday with shifts that vary within 6:30 AM–5:30 PM.

• Obtain a State Police, Child Abuse, NSOR and FBI certifications in addition to a negative Mantoux TB test and a physical.