Early Learning Assistant Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with 9

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

EAP

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association seeks an Early Learning Assistant Teacher to assist in planning, developing, and implementing classroom activities. This role requires face-to-face leadership in the program and Monday–Friday availability.

The position is non-exempt, part-time up to 25 hours/week, with a wage range of $15.21–$19.01 per hour. Benefits include a free YMCA membership, retirement savings, paid sick time, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or CDA preferred; three to six months childcare related experience; or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Ability and desire to work with and care for infants, toddlers, and preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Assists Site Coordinator/Supervisor in developing and leading daily lesson plans.
• Actively engages with children in the classroom.
• Assists with daily parent communication.
• Prepares materials for daily activity.
• Maintains records of attendance, arrival, and departure times.
• Maintains supervision of children.
• Assists Site Supervisor with parent-teacher conferences as needed.
• Efficiently communicates with classroom teaching team.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree or CDA preferred

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Early Learning Assistant Teacher will assist in the planning, developing, and implementing of classroom activities for programs. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program and requires Monday - Friday availability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists Site Coordinator/Supervisor in developing and leading daily lesson plans
• Actively engages with children in the classroom
• Assists with daily parent communication
• Prepares materials for daily activity
• Maintains records of attendance, arrival, and departure times
• Maintains supervision of children
• Assists Site Supervisor with parent-teacher conferences as needed
• Efficiently communicates with classroom teaching team

Performs any other functions deemed to be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association

COMPENSATION

$15.21 - $19.01 ; Non-Exempt, Part-Time (up to 25 hours/week)

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 or CDA PREFERRED; three to six months childcare related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with and care for infants, toddler, and preschool children.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• CPR Certification required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• Fingerprinting
• DHS clearance

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.