Toddler 1 Assistant Teacher - Barkley

Do you love working with toddlers and helping them discover the world around them? The Whatcom Family Y is seeking a caring, patient, and energetic Assistant Toddler Teacher I to help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where young children can learn, grow, and thrive.

What You'll Do

• Support Lead Teachers in implementing a play-based curriculum focused on language development and early social skills.
• Supervise children and ensure a safe, positive, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist with daily routines including feeding, diapering, napping, and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff.
• Help maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and required documentation.
• Assist with child observations, assessments, and portfolios.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, family events, and program activities.
• Follow YMCA policies and all state licensing, health, safety, and mandated reporting requirements.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Passionate about early childhood education and child development.
• Patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Comfortable working closely with toddlers and supporting their daily care needs.
• Committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Why Work at the Y?

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and families.
• Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
• Receive ongoing training and professional development.
• Be part of a team dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Join our team and help create a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success!

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of change makers for our country.