Childcare Lead Teacher

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Exton (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization as a Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher, where you will create a nurturing and educational environment for young children. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families while working with a dedicated team committed to youth development and community strengthening. You will develop lesson plans, engage with children, and maintain communication with parents, all while ensuring compliance with quality standards. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a rewarding experience in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Babysitting while you work

Generous program discounts

Employer contribution to retirement savings

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education reimbursement

Career development and paid training

Unlimited referral bonus

Qualifications

• 30 credit hours in early childhood education or related field required.
• Current CDA certificate and experience in childcare necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans and program goals.
• Maintain supervision of all students and ensure a safe environment.
• Establish positive communication with guardians.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Communication Skills

Technology Usage

Education

30 credit hours in early childhood or related field

15 college credit hours related to care

Tools

DHS Compliance Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lionville Community YMCA - Exton, PA

Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Category: Childcare/Day Camp

Description

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

The Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes all children and families while promoting and maintaining a strong educational program in accordance with the YMCA and licensing and quality requirements.

Who Are We?

The Philadelphia Inquirer named the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) a 2024 Top Workplace. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement weekly lesson plans and program goals with the support of the director. Interact with all children to encourage their individual development daily.
• Maintain necessary program records.
• Establish relationships and maintain positive communication with all guardians.
• Maintain supervision of all students.
• Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment.
• Engage with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activities.
• Maintain maintenance records, including, but not limited to accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.
• Greet parents and children daily and report or direct parental concerns to the lead teacher or director.
• Adhere to all program and district professional expectations and compliance. Use age-appropriate positive guidance to support children.
• Follow DHS procedures and help others do as well.
• Provide care for the needs of children.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• 30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education
• 15 college credit hours and one-year experience related to the care
• Current CDA certificate
• Must keep an up-to-date DHS file
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, communicate and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Why You Need To Apply

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!