Pre-K Lead Teacher - Full Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

50% off programming

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is hiring a Full Time Pre-K Lead Teacher at the Christian Street Early Learning Center in Philadelphia, PA. The position requires a safe, developmentally appropriate preschool program aligned with state policies and YMCA standards.

The role includes curriculum planning, staff supervision, parent communication, ongoing assessments, and adherence to licensing and program standards. Eligible candidates will have a related degree and teaching credentials as specified.

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 prescribed curriculum and ensure child‑centered, age‑appropriate lessons.
• Read and comply with YMCA Policies, PA DHS/NJ-DOE/OL regulations, and Keystone/NAEYC guidelines.
• Supervise classroom staff to ensure proper interaction and age‑appropriate discipline.
• Maintain daily attendance and emergency contact records, and keep allergy reports up to date.
• Communicate child progress with parents and maintain confidentiality and appropriate interactions.
• Conduct developmental assessments and report outcomes through the funding source system.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of centers and proper use of materials and toys.
• Inform Director of concerns regarding facility, staffing, or child development requiring intervention.
• Plan resources and manage staffing and use of materials and snacks.
• Balance small group and child‑directed activities per standards, attend meetings, and complete trainings.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Parent communication

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

60 ECE credits

Job description

Christian Street Early Learning Center, 1724 Christian Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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).
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelors 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 on 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, center 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.