Lead Teacher

YMCA of Columbia-Willamette; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Plans

Holiday Pay

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Childcare and Program Discounts

Free Household Membership to YMCA

Retirement Plan Contributions

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization as a Lead Teacher, overseeing before and after school programs in Portland. This rewarding position involves supervising staff, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for school-age children. Enjoy flexible hours, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical plans and vacation pay.

Qualifications

• Pass a YMCA Background Check.
• At least 240 hours experience in the past five years working with school-age children.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the program onsite, supervising teachers, aides, and volunteers.
• Maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Implement engaging curricula and foster positive relationships.

Skills

Child supervision

Curriculum implementation

Positive relationship building

Education

Associate degree or higher in a related field

Oregon Registry Step 6

Job description

Join to apply for the Lead Teacher role at YMCA of Columbia-Willamette

Continue with Google

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Description

Do you want rewarding work focused on providing a fun, safe, and positive social-emotional experience for students before and after school? Work alongside other passionate individuals to support and enrich the lives of our school-age students.

The YMCA is looking for fun, hardworking individuals eager to make an impact in our community. We have multiple positions available, including before and after school care at Portland Public Schools. This position requires availability Monday through Friday, with full-time hours from 6:15-9:00 am and 2:00-6:00 pm, or part-time hours from 2:00-6:00 pm. Flexible planning time is also available.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Plans: Medical, dental, and vision for full-time staff
• Holiday Pay: 9 paid holidays for full-time staff
• Vacation Pay: 10 days for full-time staff, increasing after two years
• Sick Pay: 1.5 hours for every 40 hours worked
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare and Program Discounts
• Free Household Membership to YMCA Fitness Facilities
• Retirement Plan: 8% contribution after two years (certain criteria apply)
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Advancement: Promotion opportunities from within

Job Responsibilities

The Lead Teacher will oversee the program onsite, supervising teachers, aides, and volunteers. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, developmentally appropriate classroom, implementing engaging curricula, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and the community. Work primarily occurs at YMCA before and after school programs in Portland, with occasional travel to other YMCA childcare sites within the Columbia-Willamette area. Staff may also be asked to attend company events outside regular hours with prior notice.

Requirements

• Pass a YMCA Background Check
• At least 240 hours of experience working with school-age children in the past five years, an associate degree or higher in a related field, or Step 6 on the Oregon Registry
• Meet all Program Leader standards as per the state Child Care Division
• Current enrollment or ability to enroll in the Oregon State Childcare Registry
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days
• Current Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days
• At least 18 years old

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Education and Training

Industry

• Non-profit Organizations