Greater Philadelphia YMCA·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Assist in planning and implementing child-centered curricula while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Supervise children closely and uphold all YMCA and state quality rating policies.
Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!
Full Time, Hourly | $16.50-$17.00 We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers.
Is that you?
We are looking for an assistant teacher passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun!
Some rewards for joining our team: Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).
Y retirement fund (ask us about this- it’s awesome) Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.
What is needed for this job: High School degree or equivalent.
2 years (2500 hours) verified childcare experience.
The responsibilities we will trust you with: Assist in planning and implementing dynamic curricula to ensure fun, child-centered, and age-appropriate lessons are offered.
Cultivate a sensitive, patient childcare environment for both children and families.
Maintain a healthy environment through light cleaning and supporting personal care routines of the children.
Supervise each child in your care by being able to identify, SEE, HEAR, DIRECT and ASSIST, always ensuring a safe environment.
Uphold all YMCA, State, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines for overall commitment to quality in childcare.
What you can expect: Support from an amazing team Opportunities to learn & grow Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- we want to meet you!
Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.
The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
Requires a high school degree or equivalent. Candidates must have 2 years (2500 hours) of verified childcare experience.
Market context
Teaching assistant openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by school staffing needs, especially in classrooms supporting students with special needs. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with an associate degree or college credits, plus experience with children, crisis intervention training, and CPR. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then highlight any special education, behavior support, or safety training in your application.