Assistant Teacher
The YMCA is looking for Assistant Teachers in several Greater Cleveland licensed locations, and you're welcome to apply at multiple sites! You'll develop positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative connections with their caregivers. All this with the freedom to create adventures and have a lifelong impact!
This is an excellent opportunity for college students studying early education and adults seeking a flexible part time schedule.
We offer a competitive wage and a shift differential for those who can work both the morning and afternoon shifts.
Our excellent Part-Time benefits include:
- Free individual YMCA membership
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee discounts at the Cleveland Playhouse and Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse
- Participation in retirement plans
You'll be a great fit if:
- You're over 18
- You have a high school diploma or GED (enrollment in a relevant degree-seeking program is a plus)
- You've worked with children, especially in a licensed childcare or educational environment
Responsibilities include:
- Provide an engaging, physically and emotionally safe, and inclusive environment to encourage play, exploration, and learning.
- Encourage active participation and age-appropriate social interactions.
- Develop friendly and respectful relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Identify, document, and report suspected child abuse and neglect as required by law. All YMCA employees are mandated reporters of child abuse.
- Implement weekly lesson plans.
- Assist with data collection on growth, development, and learning.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to lift and move up to 50lbs.
- Sound perception at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
- Able to orally communicate and instruct.