Lead Preschool Teacher: Nurture Growth & Curriculum Leader

Southern District YMCA- Camp Lincoln Inc; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401a Retirement

YMCA Membership

EAP

Medical

Dental

Vision

403B/Roth Savings

PFMLA

Job summary

Southern District YMCA- Camp Lincoln Inc. seeks a dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher for its new Hampton Preschool Program. You will oversee curriculum development, classroom management, family communication, and staff supervision, ensuring licensing compliance and high-quality learning for children aged 3–5.

You will lead a team, foster a safe and engaging environment, and collaborate with families and community partners to support school readiness and social-emotional development.

Qualifications

• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with YMCA values and New Hampshire Early Learning Standards.
• Lead daily classroom operations and establish a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Supervise, engage, and ensure the safety of children through play-based learning experiences.
• Foster positive, respectful relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Support children's social-emotional development and school readiness through intentional teaching strategies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized classroom that meets licensing and YMCA standards.
• Implement positive behavior guidance techniques consistent with YMCA philosophy.
• Conduct ongoing observations and developmental assessments to monitor children's progress and plan appropriate learning experiences.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families, communicating professionally regarding children's development, daily experiences, and classroom activities.
• Mentor, guide, and provide day-to-day direction to Associate Teachers, assistants, volunteers, and classroom aides.
• Ensure compliance with all New Hampshire child care licensing regulations, YMCA policies, and program procedures.
• Complete and maintain licensing documentation, attendance records, child files, incident reports, medication records, and other records.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Adhere to YMCA policies regarding professional boundaries with children and families.
• Complete mandatory trainings including abuse risk management.
• Promote and model the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum development and licensing compliance.
• Lead classroom operations and staff supervision.
• Communicate with families about children's progress and daily experiences.
• Mentor and guide Associate Teachers and classroom aides.
• Ensure safety and a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Childcare experience

Positive behavior guidance

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

NH Lead Teacher qualified (minimum)

Tools

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

Southern District YMCA- Camp Lincoln Inc. seeks a dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher for its new Hampton Preschool Program. You will oversee curriculum development, classroom management, family communication, and staff supervision, ensuring licensing compliance and high-quality learning for children aged 3–5.

You will lead a team, foster a safe and engaging environment, and collaborate with families and community partners to support school readiness and social-emotional development.