Head Start Assistant Teacher - Flexible Schedule & Growth

American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE); Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Dependent care FSA

Employer retirement fund contribution

Career advancement opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

The YMCA of Central Maryland is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher to support classroom teachers and center administration in delivering high-quality early education. You will help implement curriculum and ensure safety, supervision and regulatory compliance for children in the program.

You will contribute to the health, welfare and development of each child while engaging families and participating in training that aligns with the YMCA mission to empower individuals and strengthen

Qualifications

• Interest in the well-being and education of young children with enthusiasm, patience and good judgment.
• Clear communication and listening skills with parents/guardians and staff.
• CDA and related child care certifications are required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teachers and families to implement curriculum and support outcomes for children of all abilities.
• Ensure safety, supervision and regulatory compliance across classrooms.
• Support health, welfare and development of each child and assist in program operations.

Skills

Communication

Enthusiasm

Patience

Good humor

Good judgment

Good spirit

Prior early childhood experience

Education

Child Development Associate certification

90 hour child care certification

9 hours in communication

Job description

The YMCA of Central Maryland is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher to support classroom teachers and center administration in delivering high-quality early education. You will help implement curriculum and ensure safety, supervision and regulatory compliance for children in the program.

You will contribute to the health, welfare and development of each child while engaging families and participating in training that aligns with the YMCA mission to empower individuals and strengthen