Assistant Teacher - Gibbs Community Learning Center

YMCA of Central Stark County; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary membership

Discounted childcare

Job summary

YMCA of Central Stark County is seeking Assistant Teachers to serve as role models for children of various ages. You will lead by example, promote healthy behaviors, and ensure safety and supervision.

Responsibilities include implementing curricula, developing daily plans, supervising classrooms, observing children, and maintaining relationships with families. 10 hours Ohio approved training/year is required, trainings provided by YMCA.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to stand for 3–5 hours while leading activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and manage classroom activities.
• Assist in implementing curriculum within established guidelines.
• Help create daily lesson and activity plans.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective parent communication.
• Keep program records and maintain site and equipment.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

In search of:

Assistant Teachers who will serve as a professional role model for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and/or school agers by leading through example, encouraging healthy and safe behaviors, and creating a positive experience while ensuring safety and proper supervision.

Position Description:

• Flexible shifts between 6:30am-6:00pm Monday through Friday
• Assist in implementing curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of daily lesson/activity plans.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
• Help make ongoing, systematic observations of each child.
• Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records.
• Maintains training in First aid, CPR, Communicable Diseases and Child Abuse Awareness as well as 10 hours of Ohio Approved training per year. (trainings provided by YMCA and affiliates)
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• High school Diploma
• Ability to be on feet for 3-5 hours at a time leading and participating in activities

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in early care and education setting

Starting Pay:

$12.3 5- $13.35/HR

*** Part-time staff receive complimentary memberships and discounted rates for childcare and most programs.