Early Learning Center Lead Teacher

ymcapkccareers; Washington; On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement plan (403b)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Employee assistance program

Program discounts

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Early Learning Lead Teacher to support the ELC program year-round, delivering activities that promote safety, health, social growth and academic development. You will plan and implement childcare services at the YMCA Early Learning Center in University Place, WA.

Requirements include 2+ years in Early Learning, High School Diploma or GED, and ECE certifications; CPR/First Aid and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of related experience in an Early Learning setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Early Childhood Education Short Certificate required.
• State Certificate required or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support the YMCA Early Learning Center (ELC) program year-round.
• Provide activities balancing recreation, education, and character development.
• Plan, organize, and implement services of the childcare program at the ELC.
• Maintain positive communication with parents, children, schools and staff; manage risks.
• Engage with children and foster safety, health, social growth, and academic development.

Skills

Communication

Diversity & Inclusion

Risk Management

Leadership

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood Education Short Certificate

Early Childhood Education State Certificate

Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking anEarly Learning Lead Teacherto join our team.

The YMCAfocuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As theEarly Learning Lead Teacher, you will support theYMCAEarly Learning Center (ELC) program year-round to serve our community and youth with a variety of activity options to explore, develop interests, and talents with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement so that children have fun, grow and thrive in our care.If hired for this position, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing services of the Child Care program within the Early Learning Center.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will support the YMCA Early Learning Center (ELC) program year-round.
• You will serve our community with a variety of programmatic and activity options to explore and develop interests and talents with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement.
• You will help provide balanced recreation, education, and character development through enriched activities
• You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing services of the childcare program at the YMCA Early Learning Center.
• You will maintain positive communication with parents, children, schools, and other staff; practice risk management, and develop positive community relations.

Are you a good fit?

• Two years or more years of related experience in an Early Learning setting.
• At least 18 years old.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Have at minimum an Early Childhood Education Short Certificate
• Have or are willing to obtain an Early Childhood Education State Certificate.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
• A desire to have fun, engage with children, and inspire creativity!
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age-appropriate techniques.
• Preferred: Knowledge and skills to lead a large group using behavior management skills.
• Possesses (or is willing to obtain prior to hire): CPR, First Aid, TB Test, Food Handler’s Card, Child Care Basic STARS, proof of MMR vaccine, Merit account.
• Able to complete a Department of Children, Youth, and Families Portable Background Check.
• Able up to lift 50 lbs. and move quickly to engage with the children.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Wage:

$22.36 to $33.67 per hour, (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Location:

YMCA University Place Early Learning Center, University Place, WA

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options
• YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
• Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
• 8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, Child Care services, and merchandise
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled