Ann Arbor YMCA·Ann Arbor, Michigan
Substitute teachers are responsible for providing a high-quality learning experience that supports children’s physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development. They also assist with daily center operations, including classroom setup, supervision, and routine cleaning tasks.
Description The Work that makes a Difference Place Part-time work at the Y offers flexible hours with meaningful impact on your community
Substitute Teachers are responsible for providing a high-quality learning experience that supports children’s physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development.
This role includes preparing, implementing, and cleaning up classroom activities; assisting with the arrival and departure of children; and maintaining accurate classroom records.
Substitute teachers are expected to communicate professionally and effectively with parents and staff.
They must uphold the highest standards of safety and supervision at all times.
Substitute teachers may be assigned to Early Learning or School-Age programs and should be flexible to work early morning or evening shifts as needed.
Substitute Teachers must claim one shift at least every 3 months.
Assist with daily center operations, including opening and closing procedures, setting up and organizing materials, arranging classrooms, and completing routine clean-up tasks. Facilitate morning procedures by greeting families, taking attendance, and communicating relevant information to the Center Director or Assistant Director. Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, collaborating with the Center Director, Assistant Director, or Lead Teacher to support the implementation of age-appropriate curriculum. Maintain the daily schedule to meet children’s developmental needs and lead daily group time activities. Perform routine non-instructional care duties, including assisting with clothing, feeding, and toileting as needed. Participate in classroom task rotations, including activity preparation, clean-up, daily classroom responsibilities, and overall center cleaning. Adhere to YMCA policies and procedures related to the safe and authorized departure of children from the center. Model positive, respectful, and professional communication with parents and guardians, while maintaining strict family confidentiality. Follow up with parents as directed by the Center Director or Assistant Director and complete required documentation or reports as needed.
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Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: 1 year of childcare experience preferred but not required Certificates and Licenses Complete required trainings as specified in Michigan State Licensing for Childcare Centers Blood Borne Pathogen training CPR Certification required within the first 60 days First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT) Fingerprinting Documentation of physical exam Work Environment and Physical Demands: The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization. Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Market context
Michigan schools regularly need substitute teachers to cover daily absences, so candidates with the required 60 college credits, a 2.0 GPA, and instructional technology skills can be competitive. A bachelor’s degree or valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate can strengthen an application, but it is not required for this role. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your transcripts and technology experience before applying.