TEACHER ASSISTANT

Position Summary

Looking to start or grow your career in early childhood education? The YMCA Mt Hope Childcare Center is hiring a Teaching Assistant (TA) to support a high-quality early learning classroom serving infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children, values teamwork, and wants hands-on experience in a licensed early childhood program. Schedule varies M-F between the hours of 8:15am and 5:30pm. 

Position Summary

The Teaching Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. This role plays a key part in supporting children’s development through hands-on learning, positive relationships, and consistent care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Support lesson planning for both indoor and outdoor activities
• Help conduct child observations and assessments
• Maintain classroom environment aligned with ITERS/ECERS standards
• Follow DCYF licensing regulations and BrightStars standards
• Conduct daily health checks and maintain documentation
• Track attendance and meal counts
• Support daily routines and transitions
• Communicate with families through daily or weekly updates
• Ensure proper sign-in/sign-out procedures
• Follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings

Qualifications

• 18+ years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Interest in early childhood education or childcare
• Ability to work as part of a team

Benefits & Perks

• Free YMCA membership
• Paid training and professional development
• Flexible, part-time schedule
• Opportunities for growth in early childhood education
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment