Teacher - Early Learning - Full Time

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Phoenixville, PA

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About The Position

The Teacher works in early learning and creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children and families. The role involves planning and implementing fun, child-centered, age-appropriate curricula; supervising and assisting children; supporting their personal care routines; and maintaining a healthy environment. The Teacher also builds positive relationships with parents, serves as a role model, and follows YMCA, state, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines.

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 to ensure 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 and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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