Job Description

Join our YMCA Youth Development Center team and

CHANGE LIVES, INCLUDING YOURS.

As a

Daytime Teaching Assistant,

you will play an important role in caring for infant, toddler or preschool children in a licensed childcare and preschool center environment.

Dana Turcotte, YDC Teacher said, "I love my job because I'm doing what I love and that is helping shape the minds of young children, preparing them for Kindergarten."


Your responsibilities will include being a

positive role model

for the children and

assuring quality care

. This involves overseeing their

feeding, playtime, educational activities, rest periods and bathroom breaks

. Must be dedicated to

upholding child safety

by adhering to safety and security procedures. Providing

active observation and effective communication

with Teachers and parents to contribute to the overall quality of our services.

Part Time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm

Great hours for parents seeking a shift during the school day!


You'll enjoy a fun, rewarding work environment and

FREE YMCA Membership!

Have children who need childcare?

Ask us about a financial assistance benefit available to childcare employees who work a minimum of 25 hours per week that will

pay for up to 100% your childcare costs!

We are seeking individuals who embody the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility

. Prior experience working in an early childhood or educational setting is a plus. CPR & First Aid Certification and Child Abuse prevention training will be completed within 90 days of hire and are provided by the YMCA.


At the YMCA Youth Development Centers, we provide high-quality, values-oriented, state-licensed childcare and pre-school education. We have three locations in Bismarck Mandan-the Main YMCA on Washington Street, North location on Century Avenue and Mandan location inside the Family Wellness facility.

We are proud recipients of the Prairie Business Magazine 50 Best Places to Work award from 2018 to 2025, which recognizes ND, SD and MN employers who are nominated by their employees.




Key Words: childcare, paraprofessional, aide, daycare, provider, caregiver, teacher, nanny, babysitter, early childhood education