Early Learning Classroom Educator - Grow Your Career

YMCA of the North Shore; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental

Employer-paid life insurance

Generous paid time off

Free family YMCA membership

12% retirement contribution

Job summary

YMCA of the North Shore is seeking a Classroom Teacher to join our Early Learning Programs, with EEC certification preferred. You will create a nurturing classroom, design engaging lessons, and foster strong relationships with families and staff.

This role offers a mission-driven environment focused on youth development, with professional development and benefits including health, dental, life insurance, generous PTO, and a 12% retirement contribution.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Massachusetts EEC certification preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of children's growth and development and ability to turn it into engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom for every child.
• Design and lead age-appropriate lesson plans that spark learning and creativity.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Support diverse learning styles and celebrate each child's abilities.
• Grow your career and advance within the YMCA community.

Skills

Child development

Lesson planning

Family communication

CPR & First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EEC certification preferred (Massachusetts Dept. of Early Education and Care)

Job description

YMCA of the North Shore is seeking a Classroom Teacher to join our Early Learning Programs, with EEC certification preferred. You will create a nurturing classroom, design engaging lessons, and foster strong relationships with families and staff.

This role offers a mission-driven environment focused on youth development, with professional development and benefits including health, dental, life insurance, generous PTO, and a 12% retirement contribution.