Floating Assistant Teacher at YMCA of the USA

Floating Assistant Teacher

Newtown, PA | Part Time; Monday-Friday 12pm-6pm | $15.50-$17.00 per hour

We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers. Is that you?

We are looking for an assistant teacher passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun!

Some rewards for joining our team: 

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! 
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job

• High school diploma
• Are 18+ and have 1+ years of experience working with children in a professional, volunteer, or familial capacity
• Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn
• Being patient and kind with our parents
• Cultivating and fostering a safe and nurturing environment that will encourage physical, emotional, and intellectual growth of children in the program
• Break coverage and planning time for infant through kindergarten staff during rest time
• Spending the afternoon in older 2-3 year old classroom assisting with nap time clean up, toileting and diapering children, afternoon snack provision, parent pickup packing, and supervising playground or classroom time before pickup
• Utilizing state and YMCA guidelines to ensure the safety and well being of the children

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team
• Opportunities to learn & grow
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

After reading this, if you're thinking this is great- we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.