Before and After School Program Teacher

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Retirement Savings (12%)

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

EAP

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Before and After School Program Teacher to provide a safe, engaging environment for children before and after school. Roles include Lead and Assistant Teacher with shifts typically 6:00 AM–9:00 AM and/or 3:00 PM–6:00 PM; schedules vary and part-time positions are available.

Compensation includes a $2/hour shift premium for staff working both morning and afternoon hours on the same day, and a sign-on bonus up to $500 for eligible new

Qualifications

• AA or equivalent from a two-year college; childcare related experience best
• Ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds
• Willingness to work with infants to school-age children; YMCA experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and leading daily lesson plans
• Prepare materials for activities and maintain supplies
• Record attendance and times; communicate activity plans to parents
• Provide weekly lesson plans to parents and supervise children

Skills

Childcare experience

People interaction

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent

Job description

Before and After School Program Teacher

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

About this position

Description:

Join the YMCA’s Before & After School team serving students at off-site school locations throughout West Michigan! Staff who work both before-school and after-school program hours on the same day receive an additional $2/hour shift premium.

Plus, earn a sign-on bonus! New hires who apply on or after October 12 and start before November 16, 2026, are eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $500 for staff averaging at least 10 hours per week. Start your journey with the Y and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Before and After School Program Teachers provide a reliable, safe, and fun environment for children to prepare for their school day and unwind from it. Depending on site location, part-time, Lead and Assistant Teacher positions available. Schedules vary, but may require weekday availability, 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM and/or 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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

COMPENSATION

• Lead Teacher: $17.09 - $21.36 ; Non-Exempt; Part time (up to 25 hours/week)
• Assistant Teacher: $15.21 - $19.01 ; Non-Exempt, Part time (up to 25 hours/week)

This position offers a $2/hour shift premium for staff who work both before school program hours and after school program hours in the same day. This premium will be paid out as a bonus on a monthly basis.

BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college; six months to one year childcare 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 infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications. YMCA experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL:

0 - 5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.

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