Job detail
Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant (2959)
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/23/2026
Location
Gardena, California
Salary
$21 - $24 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
Under the guidance of an experienced teacher, the assistant will be responsible for sparking wonder and nurturing future leaders by creating fun, age-Appropriate activities that fuel creativity and development. This role also involves collaborating with parents and caregivers to build a foundation for lifelong learning.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid california child development associate teacher permit or higher. Desirable experience includes six months working with pre-Elementary school children in an instructional capacity, and bilingual english/Spanish skills are preferred.
professional certificateCPR CertificationChild DevelopmentActivity PlanningFirst AidClassroom CollaborationParent CollaborationPreschool EducationBilingual English and SpanishPreventative Health Practices
Benefits
- Paid training
- Paid vacation time
- Tuition assistance
- Paid sick leave
- Leadership development opportunities
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Access to PerkSpot
- Healthcare for you & your family
- Free Access to All 29 Greater LA Branches
- Complimentary sports and youth classes
- Paid wellness day off annually
- Y Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
- Access to Rize Credit Union
- Discounts programs
- Discounts on most major cell phone carriers
- Free before and after school child care at select locations
- 20% discount on LA Y programs
- 25% discount on day camps for your kids
- 10% Y Retirement Fund contribution
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
- 2 Flexible Floating Holiday Vacation Days