Lead Teacher Early Learning - ELC

The Granite YMCA • Goffstown, NH

16h

About The Position

The Granite YMCA is seeking a Lead Teacher to join its Early Learning team. This is a leadership role for an experienced early childhood educator passionate about early childhood education, curriculum development, and staff mentorship. The Lead Teacher oversees a classroom, guides staff, and ensures a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.

The role includes developing and implementing curriculum and programming that meets YMCA standards and New Hampshire licensing requirements; leading classroom activities and routines; assessing children’s needs and reporting to families; and mentoring classroom staff. The Lead Teacher also collaborates with colleagues on curriculum, classroom organization, schedules, and supplies.

Requirements

• Meet State of New Hampshire licensing requirements for a Lead Teacher.
• Hold CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, or be willing to obtain them.
• Have experience in early childhood education, curriculum planning, and classroom leadership.
• Have strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Bring a positive, patient, and nurturing approach to working with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum and programming that meets YMCA standards and New Hampshire State Licensing requirements.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Build positive relationships with children and families while maintaining confidentiality.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments, adapt curriculum to children’s needs, and provide biannual reports to families.
• Lead daily classroom activities, including setup, snacks and meals, and cleanup.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide classroom staff, including Assistant and Associate Teachers.
• Communicate expectations, share weekly classroom plans, and provide timely feedback.
• Model professional behavior and establish staff performance expectations.
• Collaborate on curriculum planning, classroom organization, schedules, and supply needs.
• Contribute to a positive, flexible, and collaborative team culture.

Benefits

• Free YMCA family membership.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities for professional growth, career advancement, and growth within the YMCA.
• Tuition discounts to some New Hampshire and online schools.
• Employee discounts on programs, childcare, and more.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible, supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed