Early Childhood Education Aide

YMCA of Greater Toledo; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Retirement options

Paid time off

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is hiring a Part-Time Early Childhood Child Care Assistant Teacher to support classrooms with infants through preschoolers across multiple sites in Toledo.

You will assist lead teachers, provide daily care, help with activities, meals, and safety while promoting a friendly, inclusive environment; shift hours range from 15 to 35 per week and you’ll earn $13.00-$14.50 per hour with benefits like a YMCA membership and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices.
• Willingness to enroll in CPR/First Aid and related trainings covered by YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing lesson plans and daily classroom schedules.
• Provide daily care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Support classroom activities, snack and mealtime routines, and light cleaning.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Foster positive relationships with children and families and promote active play.

Skills

Active supervision

Child development understanding

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Education

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Background check clearance

Job description

Love working with kids and staying active? Join the YMCA of Greater Toledo as a Part-Time Early Childhood Child Care Assistant Teacher and make a meaningful impact with our littlest learners, all while having fun!

Earn $13.00-$14.50/hour plus great perks like a YMCA membership, retirement options, and the opportunity to earn paid time off. With 6 Early Childhood locations across Greater Toledo, there's likely a site close to you.

YMCA of Greater Toledo: Who We Are

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting health living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Typical DAy as an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing the lesson plan and daily classroom schedule of activities.
• Provide typical daily care for the children ranging in ages 6weeks-Age 5.
• Daily Care activities could include: diaper changes, bottle feeding, helping a child fall asleep, providing comfort when they are sad, picking up classroom toys and cleaning the environment, to singing and dancing with Preschoolers.
• This job requires lots of moving around the classroom, and active supervision.
• Build relationships with students in your program, and their families.
• Play games, help kids build friendships, and be a positive role model for students.
• Serve snacks and lunches and perform some light cleaning to make sure space is clean and inviting.
• Shift are typically flexible, and staff can expect between 15-35 hours per week depending on availability.

Requirements for Early Childhood Assistant Teacher job

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• An understanding and knowledge of children, their behavior and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Enroll in CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Prevention of Infectious Diseases. (Covered by the YMCA)
• Warm and friendly personality and the willingness to interact with the children.
• Meet DCY licensing qualifications in training and background check.

If you're passionate about helping children grow in a fun, fast-paced environment, we'd love to have you on our team.