Part-Time Assistant Teacher — Free YMCA Membership & Growth

Alexandria Area YMCA; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on YMCA Programs

Mental Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

The Alexandria Area YMCA is seeking a dependable Assistant Teacher to join our Child Care team in Minnesota. This part-time position runs Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 5:45 PM, with no evenings or weekends and a pay range of $15.00 to $17.00 per hour based on qualifications.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will work closely with Lead Teachers to implement age-appropriate activities, support daily routines, and ensure a safe, caring classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Meet Minnesota DHS Assistant Teacher qualifications.
• Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education or related field, or experience in a licensed setting.
• Demonstrate patience, compassion, and a genuine passion for working with children.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Complete required background checks and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher with engaging, age-appropriate activities and daily routines.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Encourage children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through positive interactions.
• Maintain active supervision and health/safety practices.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Communicate with parents regarding daily experiences and development.
• Assist with classroom organization, cleaning, and documentation.
• Support compliance with Minnesota DHS licensing requirements and YMCA policies.
• Step into additional classroom responsibilities when the Lead Teacher is unavailable.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The Alexandria Area YMCA is seeking a dependable Assistant Teacher to join our Child Care team in Minnesota. This part-time position runs Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 5:45 PM, with no evenings or weekends and a pay range of $15.00 to $17.00 per hour based on qualifications.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will work closely with Lead Teachers to implement age-appropriate activities, support daily routines, and ensure a safe, caring classroom environment.