Preschool Assistant Teacher

The Y in Central Maryland•Catonsville, MD

15d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

As a Y Preschool Assistant Teacher, you will assist the classroom teacher in implementing activities and assignments that are clear, well organized, and designed to meet long range learning objectives. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children enrolled in our program. You will also create an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of each child in your care. As a Y Preschool Assistant Teacher, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the overall community we serve by working with our littlest Y participants to help them prepare for success in school and life.

Requirements

Enthusiasm for young children, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
A high school degree or GED
90 hour child care certification and/or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
Abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people.
Complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.

Nice To Haves

Some prior early childhood experience

Responsibilities

Assist the classroom teacher in implementing activities and assignments that are clear, well organized, and designed to meet long range learning objectives.
Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of the children enrolled in our program.
Create an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of each child in your care.
Work with Y participants to help them prepare for success in school and life.