Preschool Assistant Teacher - Sherman Early Childhood Center

The Y of Central Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Preschool Assistant Teacher in Baltimore, MD. The role involves assisting in classroom activities, ensuring child safety, and supporting young children's development. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, enthusiasm for early childhood education, and relevant certifications. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for young children, patience, good humor, and good spirit required.
• Strong communication and listening skills essential.
• Prior early childhood experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing well-organized activities.
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of children.
• Foster the development of each child in your care.

Skills

Enthusiasm for young children

Good humor

Good judgment

Effective communication

Listening skills

Education

High school degree or GED

90 hour child care certification

Job description

Preschool Assistant Teacher - Sherman Early Childhood Center

900 E 33rd St, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 4:00 AM

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:

As a Y Preschool Assistant Teacher, you will assist the classroom teacher in implementing activities and assignments that are clear, well organized, and designed to meet long range learning objectives . You’ll be responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children enrolled in our program. You will also create an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of each child in your care. As a Y Preschool Assistant Teacher, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the overall community we serve by working with our littlest Y participants to help them prepare for success in school and life.

This work is right for you if you have:

• Enthusiasm for young children, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• Some prior early childhood experience (preferred)
• A high school degree or GED
• Your 90 hour child care certification

TheY in Central Marylandprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.