Assistant Teacher - Early Learning - Full Time

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Mount Laurel, NJ

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About The Position

The Assistant Teacher supports early learning by helping plan and implement fun, child-centered, age-appropriate curricula and by creating a sensitive, patient environment for children and families. The role includes maintaining a healthy environment through light cleaning and supporting children’s personal care routines, while actively supervising children and ensuring their safety. The Assistant Teacher follows YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines to support quality childcare.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Two years (2,500 hours) of verified childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing dynamic curricula with fun, child-centered, age-appropriate lessons.
• Cultivate a sensitive, patient childcare environment for children and families.
• Maintain a healthy environment through light cleaning and support children’s personal care routines.
• Supervise children by identifying, seeing, hearing, directing, and assisting them to ensure a safe environment.
• Uphold YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines for quality childcare.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
• 50% off programming, including swimming lessons, childcare programs, before- and after-care, day camp, and overnight camp.
• YMCA retirement fund.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team support.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.

What This Job Offers

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