Preschool Assistant Teacher — Flexible Hours, Nurturing Environment

YMCA of the Lowcountry; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Lowcountry is seeking a Daycare Assistant Teacher to support preschool-age children (ages 2-5) in a safe, nurturing environment. You will assist the Lead Preschool Teacher with activities and ensure compliance with licensing standards and youth safety requirements.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities, maintaining ratios, supervising children, and collaborating with staff to create an inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of early childhood education experience.
• Experience working with preschool-age children in a state-accredited childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and care for preschool-age children in accordance with YMCA policies and state licensing requirements.
• Plan and co-lead age-appropriate activities that support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive health, safety, and sanitation procedures, including incident and accident reporting.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children and families.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and active supervision at all times.
• Support positive behavior guidance using developmentally appropriate strategies.
• Responsible to meet safety standards and state licensing requirements, extensive training in ProSolutions, CPR, First Aid, and Praesidium accreditation requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation as required for program operations and compliance.
• Work collaboratively with program leadership and fellow staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Active supervision

Early childhood education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Early childhood education program enrollment

Job description

The YMCA of the Lowcountry is seeking a Daycare Assistant Teacher to support preschool-age children (ages 2-5) in a safe, nurturing environment. You will assist the Lead Preschool Teacher with activities and ensure compliance with licensing standards and youth safety requirements.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities, maintaining ratios, supervising children, and collaborating with staff to create an inclusive setting.