Assistant Preschool Teacher (Public Pre-K)
About The Position
The Assistant Preschool Teacher supports the YMCA’s work to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position directly supervises children in the Enrichment Program, builds positive and nurturing relationships with children and cooperative relationships with parents and caregivers, supports children’s development, and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the preschool experience. The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and works as part of a team. The role assists with implementing lesson plans and activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values. The position follows program safety and cleanliness standards and YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies. The employee also attends staff meetings and training and maintains positive relationships with parents and staff. The role requires sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform its essential functions and safely supervise children. The employee must be able to plan, lead, and participate in activities in indoor and outdoor settings. The stated schedule is a full-time assistant teacher schedule of up to 37 hours per week.
Requirements
- Active Ed Tech III certification through Maine DOE.
- Previous experience working with children, preferably in a childcare setting.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Complete the State of Maine childcare provider background check.
- Obtain CPR, first aid, and AED certifications and complete child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire.
- Experience working with young children.
- Familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Commitment to the field of early care and education.
- Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and safely supervise children’s activities.
- Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities in a variety of outdoor and indoor settings.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE).
Responsibilities
- Support the Lead Teacher and work as a team to supervise a group of children.
- Assist with lesson plan implementation and program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
- Adhere to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those concerning medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
- Maintain positive relationships with parents and other staff.
- Model relationship-building skills, including Listen First, in all interactions.
- Create nurturing relationships with children and support their potential and peer-to-peer connections.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
