Teacher - Early Learning - Full Time

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Blue Bell, PA

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About The Position

The Early Learning Teacher helps children learn and grow in a safe, sensitive, patient, and engaging environment. The role involves planning and implementing dynamic, child-centered, age-appropriate curricula; supervising children and supporting their personal care routines; and working patiently and kindly with parents. Teachers uphold YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines and contribute to the well-being 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.
• Two or more 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, 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-care, day camp, and overnight camp.
• YMCA 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