Preschool Teacher (FULL TIME)

The Summit Area YMCA • Summit, NJ

3d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Circle YMCA, a branch of the Summit Area YMCA, is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team. Teachers play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children can learn, explore, and build confidence. Working alongside a supportive team of educators, you will help foster each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development while building strong relationships with children and families.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year experience working with children in a classroom group setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning and organization skills.
• Willingness to grow professionally through learning, participating in trainings and accepting direction.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Availability to work year round supporting the school and summer season.
• 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
• Foster each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Plan creative and engaging activities.
• Support the school and summer season year-round.

Benefits

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holidays
• 50% discount on YMCA childcare programs
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• One free YMCA class per family member each program session
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• 12% employer retirement plan contribution upon eligibility
• Employee discounts on YMCA programs and services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED