Early Childhood Assistant Teacher — Growth & Impact

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York Broadway YMCA is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support lesson planning, family engagement, and classroom management. Located in Staten Island, this full‑time role requires coordination with the Head Group Teacher to implement activities and maintain compliance with policies.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED, with a Teacher Assistant certificate preferred and at least 2 years’ experience with young children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and/or a study plan required.
• Teacher Assistant certificate preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working 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 in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Assist the Head Group Teacher/Group Teacher with implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities, including literacy, arts, math, cooking, science, outdoor/indoor recreation, field trips, etc.
• Guide students in their academic growth.
• Actively communicate with and engage parents/guardians and families.
• Work as a supportive team member within the Early Childhood Learning Center and the YMCA Branch.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment by reporting and/or removing all potential hazards and by setting up spaces and materials with a focus on supporting children's learning.
• Prepare food for children and maintain a family‑style setting for eating, conducive to language, cognitive, and social development, as well as the development of healthy habits.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, including incident/accident/behavior reports, attendance sheets, sign‑in/sign‑out sheets, development/growth forms, documentation of eating and sleeping habits, parent/guardian surveys, etc.
• Maintain equipment, storage, and supply inventory, as needed.
• Ensure that all YMCA of Greater New York, Department of Health, and Department of Education guidelines are followed.
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.

Skills

Child development

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Teacher Assistant certificate

Job description

The YMCA of Greater New York Broadway YMCA is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support lesson planning, family engagement, and classroom management. Located in Staten Island, this full‑time role requires coordination with the Head Group Teacher to implement activities and maintain compliance with policies.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED, with a Teacher Assistant certificate preferred and at least 2 years’ experience with young children.