What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Student Position) Childcare Preschool Assistant position at Northern Wyoming Community College District?
Position Details
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Job Title
(Student Position) Childcare Preschool Assistant-YMCA
Department
Student Services
Location
Sheridan
Posting Category
Student - Sheridan
Desired Start Date
08/25/2026
Hourly Rate (if applicable)
$14.00 / hr
Hiring Range
Full Salary Range
Benefits Summary
N/A
Months Worked Annually
Typical Work Schedule
Tentatively 3-4 positions available. Flexible hours, based on class schedule.
Position Information
Posting Number
20151022P
Job Posting Date
08/03/2026
Initial Review Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
**Position is off campus at the YMCA.
Under the guidance of the After-School Program Coordinator, the Child Care Teacher Assistant provides direction for the program and classroom and implements program reading and interactive curriculum/activities with ages of children between 2 – 5 years old. The Child Care Teacher Assistant also provides quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.
Under the guidance of the After-School Program Coordinator, the Child Care Teacher Assistant provides direction for the program and classroom and implements program reading and interactive curriculum/activities with ages of children between 2 – 5 years old. The Child Care Teacher Assistant also provides quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.
Reports To
Angie Child, Childcare Director
Education/Qualifications
- Good Conduct and Academic Standing with the college
- Sheridan College Student currently enrolled
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or greater
- Student must qualify for Federal Work Study to be considered for employment.
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
- Mission with Character, Listen 1st and Child Abuse Prevention training within 6 months of hire date.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
- Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
- Previous experience with diverse populations.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
- Maintains continuing education credits (STARS) required by state licensing.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
The ability to engage and interact with kids, parents and staff in a positive way. To maintain a safe friendly environment with the ability to lift, stand, sit and move with the kids.
About Northern Wyoming Community College District
Experience
Special Instructions to Applicants
Student must qualify for Federal Work Study to be considered for employment.
Job Duties
These are the job duties for required of the position.
Percentage of time
100%
Responsibility/Duty
- Implement curriculum within the established guidelines.
- Design and implement daily lesson/activity plans.
- Supervise the children, classroom and all activities in a safe environment.
- Reading and literacy activities with children in small groups.
- Make ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
- Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
- Maintain program site and equipment.
- Maintain required program records.
- Participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, staff training
Salary : $14