Part-Time Early Learning Assistant Teacher — Mon-Fri

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Retirement Savings – 12% employer

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth opportunities

EAP services

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a part-time Early Learning Assistant Teacher to assist in planning, developing, and implementing classroom activities. This role requires face-to-face leadership and a Monday–Friday schedule in Grand Rapids, MI.

You will support the Site Coordinator, engage with children, communicate with parents, and help prepare daily materials while maintaining attendance records and supervision.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or CDA preferred; childcare experience 3–6 months or equivalent.
• Ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Desire to work with infants, toddlers, and preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and leading daily lesson plans.
• Actively engage with children in the classroom.
• Assist with daily parent communication.
• Prepare materials for daily activities.
• Maintain attendance and arrival/departure records.
• Supervise children and support parent-teacher conferences as needed.
• Communicate effectively with the classroom teaching team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Engaging with children

Communication with parents

Education

Associate's degree or CDA preferred

Tools

Blood Borne Pathogen training

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

State of Michigan background clearance (ICHAT)

Fingerprinting

DHS clearance

Job description

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a part-time Early Learning Assistant Teacher to assist in planning, developing, and implementing classroom activities. This role requires face-to-face leadership and a Monday–Friday schedule in Grand Rapids, MI.

You will support the Site Coordinator, engage with children, communicate with parents, and help prepare daily materials while maintaining attendance records and supervision.