Before & After School Assistant Teacher (Shift Premium)

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Individual Membership

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids in Caledonia, MI seeks an energetic Before and After School Program Assistant Teacher to support planning and deliver engaging activities for school-age children. Schedule typically Monday through Friday, mornings 6:30–9:00 and/or afternoons 2:15–6:00, with potential for a $2/hour shift premium when working both before and after hours.

Non-exempt, part-time, up to 25 hours weekly.

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.

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 on a daily basis
• Maintains supervision of children
• Assists Site Supervisor with parent‑teacher conferences as needed
• Maintains the quality and quantity of supplies, equipment, and materials in the classroom
• Performs any other functions deemed to be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association

Skills

Youth development

Interpersonal skills

Job description

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids in Caledonia, MI seeks an energetic Before and After School Program Assistant Teacher to support planning and deliver engaging activities for school-age children. Schedule typically Monday through Friday, mornings 6:30–9:00 and/or afternoons 2:15–6:00, with potential for a $2/hour shift premium when working both before and after hours.

Non-exempt, part-time, up to 25 hours weekly.