Lead Teacher

Indiana, PA; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Indiana County is seeking a Lead Teacher for our Licensed Childcare Program in Indiana, PA. You will lead the classroom, plan weekly lessons, and support staff to foster children's development in social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical areas.

You will ensure safety and compliance with PA DHS regulations, complete 45-day assessments, maintain child files, and engage families through conferences and tours of the facility.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in education or related field, or PA DHS equivalent.
• Knowledge of child development and lesson planning.
• Experience developing curriculum and using Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and submit weekly lesson plans.
• Supervise and support Assistant Teachers and Aides.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment complying with PA DHS regulations and YMCA standards.
• Complete 45-day child assessments and maintain child files.
• Engage families through conferences and tours for prospective families.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Organization

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in education / related field

Job description

Lead Teacher# Lead TeacherIndiana County YMCA Legal Address - Indiana, PA 15701## OverviewSalary Range$17.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAny## Description**Organization:** YMCA of Indiana County**Pay:** $17.00 per hour**Job Type:** Full-timeThe YMCA of Indiana County is seeking a dedicated **Lead Teacher** to join our Licensed Childcare Program. In this role, you will lead the classroom, nurture the potential of every child, and serve as a key contributor to our goal of being the leading childcare provider across Indiana County.**What You’ll Do:*** **Classroom Leadership:** Plan and submit weekly lesson plans that encourage emotional, social, cognitive, language, and physical development through play and structured activities.* **Team Guidance:** Supervise, support, and collaborate with Assistant Teachers and Aides in your classroom, including developing schedules to maintain required staff-to-child ratios.* **Child Safety & Care:** Maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment while ensuring full compliance with PA Department of Human Services regulations and YMCA quality standards.* **Assessments & Documentation:** Complete required 45-day child assessments, maintain neat and accurate child files, and keep classroom records up to date.* **Family Engagement:** Build positive relationships with families, prepare for and conduct parent-teacher conferences, and lead tours for prospective childcare families.**Physical Requirements:*** Ability to actively participate in floor activities, sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, crouch, and reach.* Regularly lift up to 35 lbs and occasionally exert up to 50 lbs of force to move equipment or assist children.* Visually supervise children and respond promptly to alarms or emergencies in both indoor and outdoor settings.## Qualifications**Education & Licensing:*** Associate or bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (or meet qualifications as permitted by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services under 55 PA Code Chapter 3270).* Knowledge of child development, lesson planning, and positive behavior management techniques.* Experience developing curriculum and using Microsoft Office is preferred.**Core Competencies & Skills:*** Strong communication, leadership, and organization skills with a patient and professional demeanor.* Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation.* Alignment with YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.**Clearances & Mandatory Hiring Requirements:*** **At Time of Hire:** DHS Fingerprint, State Police PATCH, PA Child Abuse Clearance, Mandated Reporter training, and completed Disclosure Statement.* **Health Requirements:** Current Staff Health Assessment and negative TB test documentation.* **Certifications:** Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and Great American Academy certifications (required within 90 days of hire).* **Training:** Completion of all required PA DHS pre-service training modules.