Teacher - Early Learning - Full Time

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Teacher - Early Learning helps children learn and grow in a safe, sensitive, patient, and engaging early learning environment. The role includes planning and implementing fun, child-centered, age-appropriate curricula; supervising children; supporting their personal care routines; and working patiently and kindly with families. The teacher follows YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines and contributes to the YMCA’s work to strengthen the community.

Requirements

• A 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% off programming, including swimming lessons, childcare programs, before- and after-school care, day camp, and overnight camp.
• Y retirement fund.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Support from an amazing team.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level