Preschool Assistant Teacher

Position Summary

The GRSEPN Assistant Teacher will assist in the planning, development, and implementation of classroom activities for 3‑year‑old preschool programs. This position requires on‑site, face‑to‑face leadership from 10 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Friday. The Assistant Teacher will serve as a float teacher, providing support across multiple classrooms as needed, including break coverage, teacher planning time support, and coverage during staff call‑outs.

• Assist the Site Coordinator/Supervisor in developing and leading daily lesson plans.
• Actively engage with children in the classroom.
• Assist with daily parent communication.
• Prepare materials for daily activity.
• Maintain records of attendance, arrival, and departure times.
• Maintain supervision of children.
• Assist the Site Supervisor with parent‑teacher conferences as needed.
• Communicate efficiently with the classroom teaching team.

$15.21–$19.01;
Non‑Exempt;
Part‑Time (up to 25 hours/week)

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer contribution and a 403(b) plan.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Professional Growth – ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, confidential resources and counseling.

Associate’s degree or CDA and at least one year of childcare center related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles, and a desire to work with infants, toddlers, and preschool children.

• Blood Borne Pathogen training.
• CPR Certification required within the first 60 days.
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days.
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT).
• Fingerprinting.
• DHS clearance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.