Teacher - Early Learning - Full Time
About The Position
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a full-time, hourly Early Learning Teacher who is passionate about helping children learn, connecting with the community, and supporting children and families. The role involves creating a sensitive, patient early learning environment; planning and delivering engaging, child-centered, age-appropriate curricula; supervising children to maintain their safety; and supporting classroom health and personal-care routines. The teacher is expected to follow YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines and to make a positive, lasting difference in the lives of children and their families.
Requirements
- Proof of an achieved degree from an accredited college or university in education or a human-services-related field, as defined by the appropriate state licensing agency.
- At least 2 years (2,500 hours) of childcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Find new and engaging ways to help children learn.
- Be patient and kind with parents.
- Serve as a role model and make a positive, lasting difference in the lives of children and their families.
- Cultivate a sensitive, patient early learning environment for children and families.
- Plan and implement dynamic curricula with fun, child-centered, age-appropriate lessons.
- Supervise each child by identifying, seeing, hearing, directing, and assisting them, while ensuring a safe environment.
- Uphold YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines for quality childcare.
- Maintain a healthy environment through light cleaning and support children's personal-care routines.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
- 50% discount on programming, including swimming lessons and childcare programs.
- Y retirement fund.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
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Job Type
Full-time
