EARLY LEARNING LEAD TEACHER

The Skagit Valley Family Ymca; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

50% discount on Y childcare tuition

Paid vacation & sick time

Two paid personal days per year

Birthday off

403(b) Retirement Savings Account

Employer match

Medical, Dental & Life Insurance

Job summary

The Skagit Valley YMCA seeks a dedicated teacher for our Early Learning & School Age programs. You will create meaningful learning experiences for children, focusing on self-esteem through education, achievement and belonging.

You will foster a fast-learning, supportive environment and model positive behavior for families and staff. This role emphasizes supervising children, ensuring safety, and maintaining strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• Requires understanding of developmental needs of children and families.
• Child development knowledge and experience preferred.
• Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Develop a positive environment for children, parents and staff.
• Supervise and assure proper safety for a group of children.
• Communicate with and maintain positive relationships with families.

Skills

Child development knowledge

COVID-19 vaccination proof

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Employees working in Early Learning & School Age programs qualify for 50% discount on tuition for YMCA childcare services!Make an impact: As a teacher for the Skagit YMCA you will be creating meaningful learning experiences for our children that focuses on building self-esteem through education, achievement and belonging. Our work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can stretch yourself and make an impact.Learn, Grow and Serve: Were committed to growing the capabilities of our people. We are devoted to a community where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. We are on a mission to create positive community change through relationships by empowering the mind, body and spirit of ALL! Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger.This position is for you, if you can:Develop a positive environment for children, parents, and staff.Demonstrate an understanding of the developmental needs of children and families.Be a positive role model and demonstrate good judgment, and abide by program rules.Supervise and assure proper safety for a group of children.Communicates with and maintains positive relationships with families.You’ve got this, if you are:At least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or a GED.Have experience working with children 5-12 years of age.Child development knowledge and experience preferred.Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.ALL STATE LICENSING REQUIREMENTS SUPPORTED BY THE YMCA!Competitive pay and excellent benefits, which include:Paid Vacation & Sick TimeTwo paid personal days per yearPaid birthday offFree YMCA membership50% discount on tuition for Y Childcare services for staff working in Childcare403(b) Retirement Saving Account403(b) Retirement Employer Match (after two years with 1,000 hours)Medical, Dental & Life Insurance (must be scheduled for 30-hours a week or more to qualify)