Pre-K Lead Teacher - Full Time

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

50% off programming including swimming

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

vision insurance

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Pre‑K Lead Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate preschool education as a Certified Teacher in Pennsylvania. The role is full-time, hourly at $21.00–$25.00, with responsibilities spanning curriculum planning, staff supervision, and adherence to state and YMCA standards.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (60 ECE credits acceptable) and PA Instructional Level II in PNK/PK‑4th preferred; Level I considered with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred, or related field with 60 ECE credits
• PA Instructional Level II in PNK or PK‑4th preferred; Level I acceptable with induction plan participation

Responsibilities

• Plan curriculum with Flexible Instruction Plan and ensure age‑appropriate lessons
• Adhere to NAEYC, Keystone STARS, Grow NJ Kids standards and licensing regulations
• Supervise classroom staff to ensure proper interactions and redirection
• Maintain daily attendance records and emergency contact binders
• Communicate child progress with parents and protect confidentiality
• Conduct developmental assessments and family conferences (≥3 times/year)
• Ensure classroom cleanliness and proper center setup per standards
• Inform Director of concerns regarding facility, staffing, or ratios
• Plan and manage resources and staffing effectively
• Balance group activities with child‑led choices per NAEYC/Keystone STARS
• Attend staff meetings and trainings per YMCA policies
• Keep updated on NAEYC guidelines and funding requirements
• Lead with professionalism and accountability

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood E

60 ECE credits acceptable

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

PA Instructional Level II in PNK or PK-4th preferred

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Pre‑K Lead Teacher

Full Time, Hourly | $21.00-$25.00

The Pre‑K Lead Teacher is expected to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool education in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures within the State of Pennsylvania as a Certified Teacher.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership – access to all branches
• 50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp)
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y – it's awesome
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred, or related field with 60 ECE credits
• PA Instructional Level II in PNK or PK‑4th preferred; can accept Level I with participation in a Teacher Induction Plan

Responsibilities

• Plan curriculum, including Flexible Instruction Plan, for classroom following the proscribed curriculum and ensure child‑centered age‑appropriate lessons are offered. Adhere to learn‑through‑play NAEYC philosophy. Ensure that staff in your room take an active role in planning, implementing and actively participating in all activities.
• Read and be accountable for YMCA Policies, State Licensing Body (PA‑DHS / NJ‑NJ DOE, OOL) regulations, and Quality Rating System standards (Example: NAEYC, Keystone STARS, Grow NJ Kids).
• Supervise classroom staff to ensure that they are upholding all DOE/OOL/DHS/YMCA/Keystone stars/NAEYC guidelines for proper verbal interaction, proper learn‑through‑play techniques and age‑appropriate redirection as a form of discipline.
• Accurately maintain daily records of attendance, mobile emergency contact binders, trip binders and allergy reports.
• Ensure effective and timely communication of child progress with parents. Ensure that staff in your classroom maintain sensitivity and patience with the children and parents and provide care to meet the individual needs of the child/families. Always maintain confidentiality, and ensure staff are using correct verbal interactions with parents.
• Conduct developmental assessments on the children and follow up with Family Conferences at a minimum of 3 times per year, report outcomes accurately using the outcomes reporting system designated by the funding source (TSG/WSS).
• Ensure staff adhere to the DOE/OOL DHS/YMCA/ECERS/NAEYC standards for maintaining cleanliness, centers set up, toy bins and correct return of toys to areas. Ensure that staff are engaging children in the maintaining of said centers and items.
• Inform Director of any concerns regarding facility, space, staffing, child/staff ratios or child developmental issues that may require early intervention.
• Effectively plan and manage resources. Ensure effective staffing. Ensure timely and effective use of materials, snacks, and other classroom resources. Ensure that staff in your room are also maintaining effective methods of usage.
• Ensure balance of small group interaction teacher‑directed activities vs. child choice activities, as required by NAEYC/Keystone STARS.
• Attend Staff Meetings/Team Teaching Meetings. Plan Back to School Night.
• Attend and renew as needed all trainings according to YMCA policies and licensing and funding requirements, including but not limited to 12 hours of childcare‑related trainings annually as detailed in your training plan.
• Read the NAEYC guidelines to be knowledgeable in the NAEYC procedures, and approach to early childhood education.
• Maintain knowledge of Association policies and procedures, risk management, safety practices, program funding requirements and applicable laws.
• Lead by example at all times. Interact with a high level of professionalism and accountability.

What you can expect

• Support from an amazing team
• Opportunities to learn & grow
• Being a part of a non‑profit organization that works to make the community stronger

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.