Preschool Assistant Teacher

YMCA UPK – PQ Elementary School
173 June Road, North Salem, NY 10541

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with two available shifts:

7:00 AM–2:30 PM

8:30 AM–3:30 PM

The YMCA UPK Program is a NYS OCFS-licensed early childhood program. We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dependable Preschool Assistant Teacher to support our classrooms serving children ages 3–5.

The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys creating a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning activities.
• Help create a warm, nurturing classroom environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Assist with children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Support daily classroom routines, organization, and documentation.
• Help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all children.

• A positive, child-centered attitude.
• An understanding of early childhood development.
• Someone who is reliable, flexible, and a strong team player.
• A genuine passion for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Minimum of 1 year of preschool or early childhood experience.
• CDA or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education strongly preferred.
• Teaching certification or CDA preferred.
• Experience working with children ages 3–5 is a plus.

Location: PQ Elementary School, 173 June Road, North Salem, NY 10541

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:30 PM or 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

Position Type: Part-Time, In-Person

Starting Pay: $17–$19 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Join a team guided by the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Be part of a supportive team where your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of young children every day!

We look forward to welcoming you to the YMCA family!