Preschool Assistant Teacher

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Holland (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Individual Membership

Retirement Savings – 12% employer plan

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support preschool program activities. This on-site position requires availability from 7:00 AM–10:00 AM and/or 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with multiple days possible.

The role involves planning, developing, and implementing classroom activities and maintaining daily attendance records. The candidate will assist with lesson plans, engage children, and communicate with parents, while preparing materials and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or CDA preferred, or enrollment in CDA/degree program.
• Three to six months childcare-related experience.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Ability and desire to work with infants, toddlers, and preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Assists Site Coordinator/Supervisor in developing and leading daily lesson plans.
• Actively engages with children in the classroom.
• Assists with daily parent communication.
• Prepares materials for daily activity.
• Maintains records of attendance, arrival, and departure times.
• Maintains supervision of children.
• Assists with parent-teacher conferences as needed.
• Efficiently communicates with classroom teaching team.
• Performs any other functions deemed necessary for the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association.

Skills

Childcare experience

People interaction

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or CDA

Enrollment in CDA/college degree program

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Teacher will assist in the planning, developing, and implementing of classroom activities for preschool programs. This position requires on site, face-to-face leadership. Candidates must be available to work between 7:00 AM–10:00 AM and/or 3:00 PM–6:00 PM with availability for any combination of days between Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists Site Coordinator/Supervisor in developing and leading daily lesson plans
• Actively engages with children in the classroom
• Assists with daily parent communication
• Prepares materials for daily activity
• Maintains records of attendance, arrival, and departure times
• Maintains supervision of children
• Assists Site Supervisor with parent-teacher conferences as needed
• Efficiently communicates with classroom teaching team

Performs any other functions deemed to be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association

COMPENSATION

$15.21 - $19.01 ; Non-Exempt; Part-Time (up to 25 hours/week)

PART-TIME BENEFITS

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree or CDA PREFERRED, or proof of current enrollment in CDA or college level degree program required; three to six months childcare related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with and care for infants, toddler, and preschool children.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• CPR Certification required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• Fingerprinting
• DHS clearance

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.