Assistant Teacher

SSYMCA • Quincy, MA

126d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher-Toddler assists with planning, execution, and overall operation of a high-quality Early Learning classroom. The role promotes YMCA core values and encourages lifelong learning. It supports program management, family engagement, safe and well-maintained facilities, volunteer supervision, fundraising, and collaboration with community organizations. The position reports to the Director, Early Learning Center.

Requirements

• Currently attending high school or be a high school graduate.
• Ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, children, families, volunteers, school administrators, members, community leaders, and other agencies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing programs that meet community needs and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Comply with and assist in implementing Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) licensing procedures and regulations, National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) criteria, Department of Education (DOE-CACFP) mandates, the Work Sampling Assessment Tool (Quincy), High Scope COR (Hanover), and alignment with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Massachusetts Standards.
• Help provide reasonable accommodations so children with disabilities can participate in activities whenever possible, and address each child's individual needs according to EEC and ADA requirements.
• Build relationships with and among families and members, create a supportive community environment, help recruit and engage new families, and connect families to the YMCA's cause.
• Work with the Early Learning Director to ensure program facilities and children's equipment are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.
• Engage volunteers and assist with their supervision.
• Assist with YMCA fundraising activities and events.
• Develop collaborative relationships with community organizations to strengthen support and build community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED