Early Childhood Teacher

YMCA of the North; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the North is seeking a dedicated Teacher for the toddler classroom, focusing on nurturing children's development through a play-based curriculum. This full-time role offers a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits, including a YMCA membership and discounts on programs. Ideal candidates will have experience with young children and a commitment to fostering a positive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on YMCA programs

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience working with infants to age 5 in a diverse group setting.
• Commitment to nurturing and educational work with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Support children's social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development.
• Design and execute daily lesson plans.
• Communicate with families through conferences and ongoing contact.

Skills

Communication

Human Relations

Education

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

The New Hope Early Childhood Learning Center is seeking an experienced Teacher for our toddler classroom.

The role hours are 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday.

Benefits of full-time employment include:

• Free YMCA membership
• Discounts on YMCA programs (childcare, swim lessons, youth sports, fitness classes, camps)
• Enjoy your evenings and weekends off
• Comprehensive benefits package

We are hiring energetic, fun individuals passionate about making a positive impact on children and families. If you enjoy teaching, leading activities, or being creative, our centers offer career development, a meaningful mission, and a fun environment.

Our centers focus on quality child care with an emphasis on positive impacts on children and families.

As a YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center educator, you will teach through a play-based curriculum, fostering a love of learning via art, music, indoor and outdoor play, and enrichment activities. Your role is to lay a foundation for lifelong learning and social-emotional development, engaging children in discovering fun in playing, learning, and making lifelong friends.

Our goal is to provide children with a safe, fun space to thrive. If you want to positively influence children’s lives, this role is ideal for you.

This position is suitable for students, recent graduates, retired teachers, or community members eager to make a difference.

Apply today and ask us about your next adventure with our passionate team of teachers!

Requirements include:

• Meeting Minnesota DHS Rule 3 or Wisconsin HFS 46 Teacher qualifications, including annual in-service requirements
• Minimum age of 18
• A dedication to working with children and families in a developmental setting and a desire to make a meaningful difference
• Experience working with infants to age 5 in a diverse group setting

Work hours are Monday through Friday, with shifts varying from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, depending on location needs, with flexibility as needed.

Benefits include:

• YMCA of the North membership
• Program discounts for your family
• Full-time benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement)

Job Summary: The Child Care Teacher delivers curriculum in the classroom, working cooperatively with team members and administrators to fulfill the YMCA’s mission and values, focusing on equity, honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Essential Functions:

• Support children's social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development
• Create and maintain a positive classroom community
• Implement curriculum within established guidelines
• Maintain a clean, sanitary environment according to licensing standards
• Design and execute daily lesson plans
• Ensure children's safety and engagement
• Oversee classroom activities
• Observe and evaluate each child's progress
• Communicate with families through conferences and ongoing contact
• Maintain program site and equipment
• Provide onboarding, training, and supervision to team members
• Keep accurate records and children's files
• Adhere to licensing and accreditation standards
• Attend meetings and training sessions

Relationships: Reports to the Child Care Program Director, interacts regularly with children, families, and team members, and supervises assistant teachers or aides, working with diverse populations.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Meeting Minnesota DHS Rule 3 or Wisconsin HFS 46 Teacher qualifications, including annual in-service requirements
• At least 21 years old
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 30 days of hire
• Commitment to nurturing and educational work with children and families
• Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities
• Excellent communication and human relations skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups

Preferred:

• NAEYC accreditation standards
• Knowledge of CACFP requirements

Work Conditions:

• Physical ability to perform duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to respond calmly in hazardous situations
• Assist children with personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, etc.
• Potential exposure to verbal outbursts, bodily fluids, and physical actions
• Travel to other branches as needed
• Flexible hours to meet program needs

Additional Notes: This description covers major functions but is not exhaustive. Employees may be asked to perform other duties as directed.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The YMCA of the North is committed to eliminating disparities and fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, anti-oppressive environment. We aim for our staff to reflect the communities we serve and to promote equity and respect for all individuals.