Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

River Valley Regional YMCA; Sayre, Northern (Bradford County, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley Regional YMCA in Sayre, PA seeks an Assistant Teacher to support planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate daily program, fostering each child’s affective, cognitive, physical, perceptual-motor, and social development under the supervision of the Lead Teacher.

You will help maintain a safe, healthy classroom, prepare materials, support multi-sensory activities, communicate with families, and participate in monthly staff meetings to ensure consistent, quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and two years' experience in child care.
• Compliance with Act 33, background checks and FBI fingerprinting.
• Biannual physical examination and TB test.
• Ability to work with and relate well to young children and coworkers.
• CPR, First Aid, AED and mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate activities.
• Experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe and healthful learning environment.
• Assist in providing materials and activities for children's developmental progress and learning styles.
• Assist in curriculum planning including multi-cultural materials and family engagement.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with families and staff.
• Attend staff meetings and prepare classroom materials and learning centers.

Skills

Child interaction

Supervision

Curriculum planning

Diversity experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

River Valley Regional YMCA in Sayre, PA seeks an Assistant Teacher to support planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate daily program, fostering each child’s affective, cognitive, physical, perceptual-motor, and social development under the supervision of the Lead Teacher.

You will help maintain a safe, healthy classroom, prepare materials, support multi-sensory activities, communicate with families, and participate in monthly staff meetings to ensure consistent, quality care.