Assistant Teacher II — Shape Young Minds

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Ridgewood YMCA, part of the YMCA of Greater New York, in Queens, NY, seeks an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Group Teacher with lesson plans, activities, and family engagement.

As a Full-Time / Regular role at the Ridgewood YMCA, you will help implement lessons, supervise children, and ensure safety, health, and orderly classroom operations in a dynamic early childhood setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Teacher Assistant certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with young children in a group setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children with close supervision.
• Assist with implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
• Guide students in their academic growth and engage families.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment and proper documentation.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Experience with young children

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Teacher Assistant certification preferred

Job description

The Ridgewood YMCA, part of the YMCA of Greater New York, in Queens, NY, seeks an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Group Teacher with lesson plans, activities, and family engagement.

As a Full-Time / Regular role at the Ridgewood YMCA, you will help implement lessons, supervise children, and ensure safety, health, and orderly classroom operations in a dynamic early childhood setting.