TEACHER ASSISTANT

ADP, Inc.; Seekonk (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA in Seekonk, MA is seeking a part-time Teacher Assistant to support the Lead Teacher and Classroom learning for children. You will help develop activities, assess progress, and ensure safety and daily routines align with MA EEC and YMCA standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, dependable participation, and positive role modeling as part of a welcoming community program.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Participate in ongoing early childhood staff development.
• Certifications required before working with children: Child Abuse Prevention Training, New Employee Orientation, MA EEC and RI DHS requirements.
• Certifications required within first 60 days: CPR, First Aid, AED, Emergency Oxygen (YMCA approved) RI DHS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with MA EEC guidelines and YMCA policies.
• Collaborate with Lead Teacher to prepare and deliver lesson plans for indoor and outdoor activities.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of children’s progress and share findings with Lead Teacher.

Skills

Early childhood development

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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TEACHER ASSISTANT

Code 3 Part-Time Newman MA, Seekonk, MA, US

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Teacher Assistantis responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher and Teacher in the care and learning of children within the classroom.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our communitystronger,beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assistin developing and implementing a developmentallyappropriate curriculumaligned with MA Dept. of Early Education and Care (EEC) guidelines, Developmental Standards, and YMCA policies.
• Collaborate with the Lead Teacherand Teacherto prepare and deliver lesson plans for indoor and outdoor activities.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of children’s progress, document findings, and review with the Lead Teacherand Teacher.
• Incorporate Y Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) Standards into daily routines through positive role modeling.
• Maintainclassroom learning centers per ECERS Environmental Rating Scale standards.
• Provide daily communication to families, including updates on children’s activities and progress.
• Ensure compliance with MA EEC regulations for sign-in/out procedures and maintain accurate attendance and meal reports.
• Conduct daily health checks, document findings, and follow all health, safety, and emergency protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings , and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment by building supportive relationships with children and families.
• Communicate professionally, modeling YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom and workplace environment.
• Support and participateinspecial eventsand parent/family-oriented activities.
• Serve daily snacks/meals following child nutrition program guidelines and maintainrelated documentation.
• Serve as a positive role model by maintaininga professional appearance, ensuring clear identification as YMCA staff, and upholding a demeanor that positivelyrepresentsthe organization.

LEADERSHIPCOMPETENCIES:

Engaging Community- Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Inclusion- Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as cultural competence.

Communication & Influence - Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.

Emotional Maturity - Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Participate in ongoing early childhood staff development
• Certifications required before working with children: Child Abuse Prevention Training, New Employee Orientation, all RI DHS and MA EEC requirements.
• Certifications required within the first60 daysof hire:YMCA approved basiclifesaving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen, RI DHS
• Pre-service Health & Safety Training. This position must have the ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in a fast-paced environment. Position may occasionally require attending meetings at different off-site locations.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities.
• Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.
• This job requires high levelsof alertness and concentration.This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking toidentifyproblems and recommend solutions.
• This job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levelsof initiative to work within deadlines.
• Occasional stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to20 pounds is required.
• The incumbent must be able to sit and stand fur-long periods of time, and the ability to manipulate keyboards, telephone keypads, and writing utensils is essential.