Before and After School Lead Teacher

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties•Tacoma, VA

7d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Before and After School Lead Teacher to support its year-round Child Care Program. The role serves school-aged children through a variety of activities that help them explore and develop interests and talents, with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enrichment so children can have fun and thrive in YMCA care. The Lead Teacher builds relationships with parents, supports staff onboarding and training, collaborates with program and branch leadership, and ensures program compliance with YMCA policies and Washington Administrative Code. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, serving the Franklin Pierce School District in Tacoma, Washington. The schedule includes before-school hours of 6:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. and after-school hours of 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.; hours vary by school district, and some work is required outside those posted hours. This is a year-round position, including summer months.

Requirements

Enjoy working with school-aged children and have previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.
Be at least 21 years old.
Have 12 or more college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Elementary Education, or equivalent educational background in courses relating to early learning or child development.
Commit to completing STARS training within 60 days of hire and complete all Washington State educational requirements within four years of hire.
Be certified in Infant-Child CPR and Basic First Aid.
Have a valid Food Handlers Permit or be willing to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Be willing to complete a pre-employment TB skin test with negative results and provide proof of MMR vaccination before the first day of employment.
Successfully complete required DCYF background and fingerprint checks before the first day of hire.
Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day and other required online and in-person training.
Have reliable transportation and the ability to assist at other childcare sites as needed.
Pass background and reference checks in accordance with the Washington State Fair Chance Act.
Value and promote diversity and contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary by school district and some work outside the posted schedule.

Nice To Haves

Two years of full-time management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct parent conferences and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
Work with the program director and branch leadership team to advocate for team needs and collaborate on partnership opportunities when appropriate.
Provide feedback and support onboarding of new site staff; implement training guidelines, including shadowing and coaching new staff during the program.
Ensure the program conforms to YMCA policies and procedures and the Washington Administrative Code.
Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and YMCA values, including implementation of proximity praise, specific action compliments, and the 8 Points of Leadership.
Attend and participate in family nights and program activities.
Support the year-round Child Care Program by providing activities for children focused on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan options.
YMCA-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement savings plan; after two years of full-time employment, the YMCA contributes 8% of monthly earnings.
Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation, with accrual increasing with years of service.
Eight paid holidays/floating holidays per year.
Paid sick leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), digital mental health counseling platform, wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center.
Professional training, education, and certification opportunities.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees.
20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services, and merchandise.