Early Childhood Lead Teacher

YMCA of Greater Toledo; Sylvania (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

YMCA Membership

YMCA Retirement Option

Early wage access

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is seeking a Full Time Early Childhood Lead Teacher to nurture and guide young children in a caring environment. The role offers a competitive hourly range of $16.50–$19.00 and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, YMCA membership, retirement option, and early wage access.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to preparing children for elementary school and beyond, with opportunities to mentor assistants and collaborate with center leadership.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA certification.
• Knowledge of children, their behavior and development.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for the age group.
• Must have or enroll in CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Prevention of Infectious Diseases.
• Warm and friendly personality and the desire to work directly with young children.
• Meet DCY licensing qualifications in training and background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day classroom activities and plan program activities.
• Ensure effective communication with children, parents, and center personnel.
• Collaborate with the center director and guide Teacher Assistants.
• Contribute to a positive learning experience and supportive team dynamics.

Skills

Children development understanding

Developmentally appropriate practices

CPR & First Aid training

Licensing & background check readiness

Warm and friendly personality

Education

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA certification

Job description

Join us as a Full Time Early Childhood Lead Teacher with the YMCA of Greater Toledo. Get ready to nurture and inspire the youngest members of our community in a role that allows you to make a lasting impact. With a competitive hourly rate of $16.50-19.00, you'll not only be doing what you love but also be fairly compensated for your dedication and expertise.

If you're passionate about creating a positive environment for children to grow and learn, this is the perfect role for you! You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, YMCA Membership, YMCA Retirement Option and early wage access. Let's make a difference together!

YMCA of Greater Toledo: Our Mission

Be a difference maker, with the YMCA of Greater Toledo. We are a Cause Driven community of collaborative, bold, fun, dedicated individuals, whose passion is the many children we guide, teach, and protect every day. As early education leaders, we're making a strong, lasting, positive impact on children. Here, you'll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative. Are you ready to be an inspiring, innovative force that prepares children for elementary school-and beyond? Their future begins now. And so does yours.

What does an early childhood lead Teacher do?

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping young minds and creating a nurturing environment? As a Full Time Early Childhood Lead Teacher at the Y, you'll play a pivotal role in the day-to-day classroom activities. From planning and leading program activities to ensuring effective communication with children, parents, and center personnel, you'll be at the heart of creating a positive learning experience.

Collaborating with the center director and providing guidance to Teacher Assistants will be key in ensuring smooth operations and a supportive team dynamic. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our little ones!

Are you the Teacher we're looking for?

1. Must have a minimum of an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA certification.
2. An understanding and knowledge of children, their behavior and development.
3. Specific knowledge in developmentally appropriate practices for the age group.
4. Must have or enroll in CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Prevention of Infectious Diseases.
5. Warm and friendly personality and the desire to work directly with young children.
6. Meet DCY licensing qualifications in training and background check.

If you're dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives and possess the necessary qualifications, we want you on our team!

So, what do you think? Good luck!