Part-Time Literacy & Enrichment Assistant

Entertimeonline; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a Readers Teacher Assistant to support literacy and enrichment activities for children under supervision of the Program Director and Site Director. This part-time role focuses on helping participants develop physically, mentally, spiritually and socially in a safe, caring environment.

You will deliver literacy-based instruction, assist with small group and individual learning, and lead daily enrichment activities while maintaining strong communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Meet definition of highly qualified paraprofessional as defined by Title I legislation.
• Minimum 1 year experience working with youth ages 4-10 or with teacher assistant experience preferred.
• Willingness to lead and supervise recreational and instructional activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Training and certifications required by the Quality Standards within allotted timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute literacy-based lessons
• Provide individual, small groupand/or whole group differentiated instruction to students
• Plan and lead daily enrichment activities, including but not limited to physical activity, art, character education, field trips, and swim lessons.
• Supervise and engage with assigned students at all times.
• Assist with parent communication, including phone calls, written communication and parent meetings
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Assist with arrival and dismissal procedures to ensure student safety
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Title I paraprofessional qualification

Job description

The YMCA is seeking a Readers Teacher Assistant to support literacy and enrichment activities for children under supervision of the Program Director and Site Director. This part-time role focuses on helping participants develop physically, mentally, spiritually and socially in a safe, caring environment.

You will deliver literacy-based instruction, assist with small group and individual learning, and lead daily enrichment activities while maintaining strong communication with families and staff.