Youth Development Assistant Teacher Flexible Hours & Perks

Ymca Of The Inland Northwest; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

YMCA membership

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Child watch benefit

Retirement plan

Job summary

YMCA of the Inland Northwest seeks an Assistant Teacher for Whitman Elementary in Spokane. The role supports safe, inclusive learning where children build relationships with peers, families and staff, under supervision of a Lead Teacher.

Responsibilities include supervising children, maintaining a clean classroom, and ensuring licensing and safety standards are met. Requires flexible, caring, youth-focused approach and compliance with ADA accommodations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• ECE certificate preferred but not required.
• Experience with children in diverse settings is preferred.
• TB test and MMR vaccination required prior to start.
• Register in DCYF MERIT and have background check prior to start.
• Within 30 days: First Aid/CPR, Food Handler permits, 30 Hours Training or exemption.
• ADA awareness and inclusive approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate positive relationships with children, families and coworkers.
• Support in classrooms by supervising, engaging, and nurturing children.
• Adhere to DCYF licensing, Early Achievers and YMCA standards; follow ADA accommodations.
• Assist in observations and maintain program records.
• Maintain site and classroom cleanliness and organization.
• Attend family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and training.
• Demonstrate YMCA Four Character Development Principles in actions.

Skills

ECE Certificate

High School Diploma

Child experience

Age-appropriate activities

TB test

MMR vaccination

Background check

ADA inclusion

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ECE Certificate (preferred)

Job description

YMCA of the Inland Northwest seeks an Assistant Teacher for Whitman Elementary in Spokane. The role supports safe, inclusive learning where children build relationships with peers, families and staff, under supervision of a Lead Teacher.

Responsibilities include supervising children, maintaining a clean classroom, and ensuring licensing and safety standards are met. Requires flexible, caring, youth-focused approach and compliance with ADA accommodations.