Part-Time Child Care Assistant Teacher

Spymca; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Discount on YMCA programs

CPR/First Aid certification provided

Flexible hours

Job summary

Spymca is seeking a part-time Assistant Teacher for our licensed Child Care Center. You will work with a Lead Teacher to support children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum and fostering a warm, engaging learning space.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe day care environment, promoting hands-on activities, and building positive relationships with families, while adhering to state licensing and YMCA standards. Flexible hours offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required; 60 days post-hire to obtain if needed.
• Minimum 18 years old and high school diploma or equivalent.
• Pre-employment health exam and fingerprint background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher and support developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Create a warm, engaging, hands-on learning environment.
• Maintain safe, healthy day care setting and follow licensing regulations.
• Promote diversity, self-esteem, creativity and growth through activities.
• Attend staff trainings and supervise volunteers in the classroom.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Experience with children 6w-6y

CPR/First Aid

High school diploma

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DCF 251 licensing rules knowledge

Job description

Description

PAY: $12.00-$14.00/hour

POSITION TYPE: Part-time

BENEFITS:

• Complimentary Individual YMCA Membership
• 50% Employee Only Discount on YMCA Programs
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Provided Upon Employment
• Flexible Hours

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Assistant Teacher in our licensed Child Care Center, you’ll work alongside a Lead Teacher to support children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. You'll help implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and create a warm, engaging environment that encourages hands‑on learning, exploration, and growth. This role plays a vital part in upholding our mission, values, and commitment to quality care. Typical work schedule for this position would be Monday - Friday, with various shifts available.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Establish and maintain a safe and healthy day care environment through room arrangement and organization, implement snacks/meals and healthy eating, maintain safe equipment, and follow state licensing regulations.
2. Enhance child’s physical and intellectual competence by providing a balance between child/teacher-initiated activities, quiet/active opportunities, and small/large motor play.
3. Implement an integrated curriculum and encourage a multi-choice, pressure free, hands on environment.
4. Implement curriculum daily. Promote hands‑on activities, self-esteem, cultural diversity, and creative expression. Establish a semi-structured setting with smooth transition periods while allowing flexibility.
5. Establish positive and productive relationships with children and families.
6. Supervise and encourage the children with positive guidance and techniques.
7. Ensure smooth program operation that is responsive to participant needs.
8. Maintain a commitment to professionalism and quality programming for children by promoting the YMCA mission and values.
9. Attend staff meetings, staff trainings, and in-service provided by the YMCA.
10. Support and supervise volunteers assigned to your room.
11. Attend to all state licensing regulations as well as YMCA quality standards. Adhere to OSHA standards and guidelines.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Position requires meeting the qualifications for assistant teacher under DCF 251 Licensing Rules for Group Day Care Centers and experience working with children 6 weeks-6 years. Must be at least 18 years of age and completed high school or its equivalent. This position requires creativity, flexibility, high energy levels, patience and strong organizational skills. CPR/AED/First Aid certification is a prerequisite of hire, but will allow 60 days post-hire to obtain. Prior to work, you will be required to complete a physician-signed health examination and a fingerprint background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires employees to observe/evaluate groups of children by sight, sound, and active interaction. Must be able to easily move through all areas of the child care rooms and communicate effectively verbally and in written form with children/adults. Must be able to routinely lift, carry and load equipment, furnishings, and program supplies (up to 50 pounds).