Armed Services YMCA of The U S A·Fort Campbell North, Kentucky
The substitute will assist teachers and facilitators in providing appropriate learning experiences and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for children. Responsibilities include supervising students, implementing lesson plans, and ensuring compliance with all safety and licensing standards.
$10.00 an hour
as needed Monday-Friday. Holidays, nights and weekends off.*
Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) Fort Campbell 207 Illinois Avenue Fort Campbell KY 42223, Inside Gate four across from the Education Center.
The CYP Substitute, under direction of the CYP Director, will assist either the Pre-K teacher, Todds teacher, Children's Waiting Room, or Operation Hero facilitator to provide for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school-related settings.
Monitor and evaluate student outcomes. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community. Maintain appropriate records and follow required procedures and practices. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma. Meeting one of the following education/experience listed below is preferred:
Have six credits in early childhood education (ECE) or early childhood development (ECD) and six months’ experience as a teacher; OR
Have three credits in ECE or ECD and one-year experience as a teacher; OR
Hold a national competency-based credential such as the Certified Childcare Professional® (CCP) or Child Development Associate™ (CDA; or an approved state equivalent*) and one year of experience as a teacher.
Absences are infrequent and do not place an undue burden on supervisor or colleagues. Arrives within enough time to be ready to be fully engaged for agreed upon schedule.
With a large group of young children, teachers need to be organized. This includes having well-planned lessons, easily accessible materials, and a safe and inviting classroom. Having a designated area for supplies creates a sense of order in the classroom. When everything is in place and there is a routine, children feel more comfortable and focused on learning.
Teachers must clearly and concisely explain activities, expectations, and rules to young children. They also need to be good listeners to understand what children are saying and identify any problems they may have. When speaking with families, clear and frequent communication builds a strong partnership. Avoid using jargon and speak in a clear, direct manner when discussing their child’s progress with families.
A skilled preschool teacher uses effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment for all children while still providing individualized attention. This includes things like choosing the optimal classroom layout, establishing daily routines, and managing transitions between activities. Avoiding downtime and creating consistent daily schedules will help keep children busy and engaged.
Teacher’s Assistants must follow developmentally appropriate lessons that meet each child's needs. This includes knowing what skills must be taught and how to teach them in an engaging and fun way. Teachers need to be flexible in their planning and be able to adjust lessons quickly if necessary. This might mean adding an extra activity or modifying an existing one to meet the children’s needs more successfully.
Children may get physical or throw tantrums at some point during their preschool years. Therefore, teachers need a system to respond to challenging behavior effectively, including using positive reinforcement and redirection and establishing rules and boundaries in the classroom.
Teacher’s Assistants must keep track of each child's attendance.
Time is of the essence in a preschool classroom. There are always things to do. Thus, teachers must manage their time wisely. For example, they must plan and organize the day, knowing when to delegate tasks to other staff members. It also means keeping the class on track while allowing flexibility.
For more information, please contact the CYP Director, Kenzie Savage by email at or call 270-798-3077.
Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.
Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and relevant experience or credentials in early childhood education. Candidates must also pass background and drug checks and possess valid CPR and First Aid certifications.
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in Kentucky are often shaped by steady school staffing needs and local demand for educators who can meet state compliance requirements. Competition can be stronger for candidates with classroom or childcare experience, current immunizations and safety training, and the ability to document qualifications clearly. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time when comparing roles; before applying, confirm how your childcare background aligns with the listed experience and certification expectations.
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