Assistant Teacher: Childcare & Curriculum Support

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Gilbertsville (PA); Remote; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

50% off programming

Y retirement fund

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia YMCA seeks an assistant teacher who loves helping children grow, engaging with families, and enjoying a playful learning environment. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes community impact and meaningful service in our YMCA family.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate curricula, maintaining a clean, safe classroom, and collaborating with staff and families to support each child's development and well-being.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent.
• 2 years (2500 hours) verified childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing dynamic curricula to ensure fun, child-centered, and age-appropriate lessons are offered.
• Cultivate a sensitive, patient childcare environment for both children and families.
• Maintain a healthy environment through light cleaning and supporting personal care routines of the children.
• Supervise each child in your care by being able to identify, SEE, HEAR, DIRECT and ASSIST, always ensuring a safe environment.
• Uphold all YMCA, State, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines for overall commitment to quality in childcare.

Skills

Childcare experience

Curriculum planning

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA seeks an assistant teacher who loves helping children grow, engaging with families, and enjoying a playful learning environment. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes community impact and meaningful service in our YMCA family.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate curricula, maintaining a clean, safe classroom, and collaborating with staff and families to support each child's development and well-being.