Lead Teacher, Before & After School Enrichment

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA Akron seeks a Lead Teacher to support Before/After School Enrichment, Summer Day Camp, and related programs. You will work with staff to deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that reflect our values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Responsibilities include leading staff and volunteers, developing weekly lesson plans aligned to Ohio standards, maintaining licensing records, and ensuring program quality through collaboration and training compliance.

Qualifications

• Must qualify to be a Lead Teacher under the Step Up to Quality program and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
• Certifications in CPR, First Aid, Communicable Disease and Child Abuse Prevention are required to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to provide a copy of High school diploma, a completed medical form (JFS 01296) and undergo a BCI/FBI background check prior to first day of work.
• Must be committed to YMCA mission, values and philanthropic efforts.
• Must have reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Create a vibrant cause-centered culture for children and families.
• LEAD: Classroom staff, children and volunteers and understand their value.
• CREATE: Plan and implement weekly lesson plans aligned to curriculum and State of Ohio standards; plans approved weekly.
• Maintain records for licensing, USDA and other funding agencies.
• INNOVATE: Ensure compliance with ODJFS and Step Up to Quality requirements.
• COLLABORATE: Work with site staff to keep areas clean and organized.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

YMCA Akron seeks a Lead Teacher to support Before/After School Enrichment, Summer Day Camp, and related programs. You will work with staff to deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that reflect our values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Responsibilities include leading staff and volunteers, developing weekly lesson plans aligned to Ohio standards, maintaining licensing records, and ensuring program quality through collaboration and training compliance.