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Infant Assistant Teacher

Alexandria Area YMCA
Alexandria, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Do you have a nurturing spirit and a passion for supporting infants as they explore and grow? We're looking for a caring and dedicated Infant Assistant Teacher to join our team!

Your Role as an Assistant Teacher

You will work closely with Lead Teachers and other staff to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive during their earliest developmental stages. Your pivotal responsibilities include :

  • Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
  • Implement a daily schedule that includes feeding, diapering, napping, playtime, and structured activities.
  • Provide constant supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care.
  • Maintain open and positive communication with parents / guardians, including daily updates on activities, feedings, and diaper changes.
  • Work collaboratively with other staff members to ensure a smooth operation of the child care program.
  • Provide leadership in the absence of the Lead Teacher by taking on additional responsibilities and ensuring the smooth operation of the classroom.

16- $19 per hour

Hours

Monday - Friday, 7a - 1p

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Some level of post-secondary education is preferred, particularly in early childhood education.
  • Alternatively, you can enroll in the Child Development Associate (CDA) program within 30 days of hire. CDA scholarships are available for qualified applicants!
  • Prior experience working young children is preferred.
  • Patience, compassion, and a love for working with infants.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Ability to pass background checks and meet state licensing requirements.
  • Part-Time Benefits

  • YMCA covers the cost of lifeguard certification (Details apply)
  • Free YMCA Individual Membership
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Discounts Child Care and YMCA Programs
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Work-Life Balance
  • EEO Statement

    The Alexandria Area YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.

    Other Duties

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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