Lead Early Learning Teacher

Granite YMCA; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA family membership

Paid training and professional development opportunities

Opportunities for career growth within the YMCA

Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools

Employee discounts on programs, childcare, and more

Job summary

The Granite YMCA is seeking a Lead Teacher to join our Early Learning team in New Hampshire. This leadership role involves overseeing a classroom, guiding staff, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment for children. Ideal candidates will have experience in early childhood education and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, paid training, and benefits including a free YMCA family membership.

Qualifications

• Must meet State of New Hampshire licensing requirements for Lead Teacher.
• Experience in early childhood education with curriculum planning and classroom leadership.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum and programming that meets YMCA standards.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide classroom staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Leadership skills

Education

Must meet State of New Hampshire licensing requirements for Lead Teacher

Tools

CPR/AED and First Aid certifications

Job description

YMCA of Concord, 15 N State St, Concord, New Hampshire, United States of America

Job Description

The Granite YMCA is seeking Lead Teachers to join our Early Learning team! This is a key leadership role for someone passionate about early childhood education, curriculum development, and staff mentorship. As a Lead Teacher, you will oversee a classroom, guide staff, and ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.

With opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact, this role is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator ready to take on leadership responsibilities in the classroom.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership role in a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the YMCA
• Meaningful work supporting children, families, and staff

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum and programming that meets YMCA standards and NH State Licensing requirements
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children
• Build positive relationships with children and families; maintain confidentiality
• Conduct regular observations and assessments to adapt curriculum to children’s needs and provide bi-annual reports to families
• Lead daily classroom activities, including setup, snack/meals, and cleanup
• Supervise, mentor, and guide classroom staff, including Assistant and Associate Teachers
• Communicate expectations, share weekly classroom plans, and provide timely feedbackModel professional behavior and set the standard for staff performance and expectations
• Collaborate on curriculum planning, space organization, schedules, and supply needs
• Contribute to a positive, flexible, and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Must meet State of New Hampshire licensing requirements for Lead Teacher
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in early childhood education with curriculum planning and classroom leadership
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Positive, patient, and nurturing approach to children and staff
• Free YMCA family membership
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth within the YMCA
• Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools
• Employee discounts on programs, childcare, and more