Assistant Teacher

Alexandria Area YMCA•Alexandria, MN

6d•$15 - $17

About The Position

The Alexandria Area YMCA is seeking a dependable, positive, and caring Assistant Teacher for its Child Care team. The Assistant Teacher helps provide a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn and grow. Working alongside Lead Teachers and other Child Care staff, this role supports children of different ages through daily activities, routines, and care. The position is part-time, Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., with no evenings or weekends. Pay is $15.00–$17.00 per hour, based on qualifications.

Requirements

Meet Minnesota DHS Assistant Teacher qualifications.
Have some post-secondary education, preferably in Early Childhood Education or a related field, and/or experience working in a licensed early childhood setting.
Demonstrate patience, compassion, and a genuine passion for working with children.
Have a strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
Possess strong communication and teamwork skills.
Be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification.
Successfully complete all required background studies and licensing requirements.
Be in good physical, mental, and emotional health.
Be able to speak and hear clearly.
Be able to reach, lift, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed.
Dress appropriately for indoor and outdoor activities throughout the year.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging, age-appropriate learning activities and daily routines.
Help create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing classroom environment.
Encourage children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through positive interactions and play.
Maintain active supervision while ensuring children's health and safety.
Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members.
Communicate professionally with parents regarding their child's daily experiences and development.
Assist with classroom organization, cleaning, and daily documentation.
Support compliance with Minnesota DHS licensing requirements and YMCA policies.
Step into additional classroom responsibilities when the Lead Teacher is unavailable, as assigned.