Assistant Pre-K Teacher - Shawnee Mission School District

Overview:

At the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, we believe that every child has unlimited potential—and you can help them discover it! As a Pre-K Assistant Teacher, you’ll be part of a team that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and fosters a lifelong love of learning.

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a difference every single day. You’ll assist in guiding children through playful learning, encourage their creativity, and create a safe, supportive environment where they can grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

Benefits Include

• Free YMCA Membership
• Leadership and Professional Development Opportunities

OUR CULTURE: 

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven . We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined : above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsibilities:

• Apply principles of quality early childhood education and programming.
• Active involvement with, and supervision of children required at all times.
• Manages staff-to-child ratios within licensing standards and according to Y policies for classroom coverage.
• Prepares materials, activities and environment ahead of time, as needed or assigned.
• Monitors equipment and facility for safety and security purposes and follows through on concerns in a timely manner.
• Cleans and picks up areas used by the program daily.
• Has the ability to work with children with or without special needs.
• Observes, assesses and contributes to the compilation of the child’s portfolio on a regular basis.
• Communicates program issues to lead teacher or director.
• Assist the lead teacher in lesson planning, as requested.
• Be able to take over in the lead teachers absence and incorporate written lesson plans.
• Be a team player with all staff; will assist in other areas as requested.
• All child care staff are mandated by the state of Kansas and Missouri to report suspected child abuse and neglect and must notify appropriate staff of any suspected abuse, unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accidents or injuries immediately.

Qualifications:

• Commitment and desire to provide premiere child care services at all levels.
• Previous child care experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to meet licensing requirements.