Lead Early Learning Teacher – Wobbler Class (FT)

YMCA; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Family Membership

50% Childcare Discount

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Savings 12% contributed

Paid Disability Leave

Life Insurance

Optional Insurance

Pay on Demand

Professional Growth

Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

David D. Hunting YMCA is seeking a Lead Teacher for the Wobbler classroom. The role involves planning, developing, and implementing activities with face-to-face leadership, and may include early morning responsibilities.

Responsibilities include leading daily lessons, organizing activities, and providing weekly updates to parents while maintaining student records and ensuring safety and engagement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in ECE or CDA is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience in childcare is valued.
• Ability to interact with diverse families and children.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads daily lesson plans.
• Organizes and participates in games and activities.
• Provides weekly lesson plans to parents.
• Maintains attendance and arrival/departure records.
• Discipline and behavior guidance as needed.
• Communicates activity information to parents daily.

Skills

Child supervision

Lesson planning

Parent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Preschool CDA

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Office software familiarity

Job description

David D. Hunting YMCA is seeking a Lead Teacher for the Wobbler classroom. The role involves planning, developing, and implementing activities with face-to-face leadership, and may include early morning responsibilities.

Responsibilities include leading daily lessons, organizing activities, and providing weekly updates to parents while maintaining student records and ensuring safety and engagement.