Job detail
Early Head Start Assistant Teacher
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/10/2026
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Salary
$15 - $19 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The early learning assistant teacher will assist in planning, developing, and implementing classroom activities. They will engage with children, communicate with parents, and maintain records for the classroom.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an associate's degree or cda and at least one year of childcare experience. Certifications in cpr and first aid are required within the first 60 days, along with background clearances.
associate degreeprofessional certificateRecord KeepingCPRSupervisionInfant CareParent CommunicationLesson PlanningChildcareFirst AidTeam CommunicationToddler CarePreschool CareFingerprintingBackground ClearanceDHS ClearanceBlood Borne Pathogen Training
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement Savings
- Loan Forgiveness
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage
- Pay on Demand
- Professional Growth
- Optional Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Free YMCA Family Membership
- 50% Childcare Discount
- Paid Disability Leave