Lead Early Learning Teacher — Creative Impact, Perks

YMCA; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership for you and your

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is hiring a Lead Teacher for the Silver Spring Early Learning program. You will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities to support each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth under the supervision of the Early Learning Director.

You’ll use the Creative Curriculum to design engaging daily routines, collaborate with families, and maintain a safe, welcoming classroom aligned with YMCA and NAEYC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Three years' experience with children and one year teaching in a licensed center.
• Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (CDA/AA/BA/BS acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and implement classroom programs aligned with YMCA goals and standards.
• Create and deliver developmentally appropriate lesson plans with your expertise.
• Utilize the Creative Curriculum to support learning through purposeful play.
• Design daily routines that make education fun, engaging, and meaningful.
• Ensure a safe environment and monitor children closely at all times.
• Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and educational partners.
• Maintain a warm, welcoming, and visually engaging classroom aligned with YMCA and NAEYC guidelines.

Skills

Positive attitude

Collaborative

Creative

Education

CDA, AA, BA, or BS in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is hiring a Lead Teacher for the Silver Spring Early Learning program. You will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities to support each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth under the supervision of the Early Learning Director.

You’ll use the Creative Curriculum to design engaging daily routines, collaborate with families, and maintain a safe, welcoming classroom aligned with YMCA and NAEYC guidelines.