Assistant Teacher - School

Job Type

Part-time

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The Ann Arbor YMCA Child Development Center is hiring part‑time assistant school‑age teachers. We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That's why our childcare programs are staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the need children have to feel connected and supported in trying new things, and the caring and reinforcement parents and families need to help each other.

Under the direction of the Child Care Director and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the Ann Arbor YMCA, the Assistant Teacher – School Age assists the Lead Teacher in guiding children through an age‑appropriate curriculum for ages 5 to 14 that develops self‑help skills and instills the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. The Assistant Teacher maintains a thorough understanding and knowledge of the child care programming of the Ann Arbor YMCA and helps the Lead Teacher in the daily upkeep of the classrooms and its contents.

Has a flexible schedule between the working hours of 2:00‑6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Must be available to work a minimum of 15‑20 hours per week.

• Helps establish and maintain daily classroom routines, as assigned by the Lead Teacher. Daily classroom routines include food preparation and clean up, following classroom schedules, and supporting the curriculum that the Ann Arbor YMCA provides.
• Assists the Lead Teacher in planning and organizing activities and lessons, which would include centers, small and large group activities, and large motor movement activities.
• Assists the Lead Teacher with establishing and implementing transitions and providing a balance of structure and choices for children.
• Provides transportation for program participants from their home schools to the YMCA.
• Provides appropriate supervision of the children in the program at all times to ensure their safety.
• Communicates, maintains and models independent behaviors and offers guidance to promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of children.
• Encourages and models healthy eating habits and physical play for children.
• Interacts and engages with children in a variety of activities, which includes arts and crafts, organized games, reading, homework help, and after school clubs.
• Communicates with parents on a consistent basis, through face‑to‑face interactions and phone calls if needed.
• Models positive adult‑to‑child and adult‑to‑adult interactions and fosters an atmosphere of respect for children and adults.
• Possesses working knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws and proper reporting procedures.
• Read and respond to all YMCA communications including but not limited to email daily.
• Attends professional development trainings that total 16 clock hours per calendar year.

Every day and in everything we do, we strive to create a culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined for all our staff, members, program participants and volunteers.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year’s experience working with children and families.
• Must be able to learn and use YMCA specific software within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a chauffeur’s license is required.
• CPR and First Aid Certification strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, flexibility and an ability to work in a team setting are required.
• Must have a physical examination, including a satisfactory TB test six (6) months prior to beginning work or 30 days after required.
• Must have a clean record of child abuse and neglect, as required by the Department of Human Services of Michigan.
• A patient, high‑energy and goal‑oriented attitude is essential.
• Ability to be responsive to the needs, wants and interests of both the parents and youth enrolled in the YMCA…