Nature Play & Early Childhood Teacher — Community Impact

Central Lincoln County YMCA; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health/dental coverage

Disability insurance

YMCA membership

Program discounts

Job summary

Central Lincoln County YMCA seeks an enthusiastic early childhood educator to support our nonprofit mission and strengthen the community through safe, engaging programs for children.

The role involves collaborating with the department director, delivering structured lesson plans, supervising children, maintaining a clean and safe classroom, and ensuring licensing and safety standards are met while providing excellent customer service to families.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a related field.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.
• Team player with superb interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• General computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• MRTQ certifications within 30 days of hire.
• 18+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Department Director to promote healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development.
• Creates and executes campaigns, programs, and curriculum with safety and licensing standards in mind.
• Leads assistants in preparation, setup, and delivery of quality lesson plans and activities in a structured learning environment.
• Supervises children in class and playground, manages group dynamics, fosters positive social skills.
• Assists children with dressing, grooming, and toilet training with emotional support.
• Maintains a clean, organized, safe classroom and helps with cleaning to welcome families.
• Ensures hygiene and sanitization, proper diaper disposal, and safe food areas.
• Follows childcare licensing rules and safe sleep protocols; adheres to AAP guidance.
• Performs safety checks and ADA accommodations; follows YMCA procedures and standards.
• Tracks attendance and sign-in/out; documents incidents and accidents.
• Builds authentic relationships with children and guardians; communicates concerns positively.
• Recognizes signs of abuse or neglect and reports as mandated.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School degree or GED

Job description

Central Lincoln County YMCA seeks an enthusiastic early childhood educator to support our nonprofit mission and strengthen the community through safe, engaging programs for children.

The role involves collaborating with the department director, delivering structured lesson plans, supervising children, maintaining a clean and safe classroom, and ensuring licensing and safety standards are met while providing excellent customer service to families.