Preschool Lead Teacher (full-time)

YMCA of Northern Colorado; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Preschool Lead Teacher to guide young learners in a nurturing environment. This role involves implementing engaging curriculum, supervising classroom activities, and fostering positive relationships with children and parents. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, experience in early childhood education, and a commitment to the YMCA's mission of promoting achievement and belonging. Join a team that values honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring, while enjoying a range of benefits that support your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Free Family Membership

Free and Discounted Programs

Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and ECT qualifications through CDHS required.
• 1+ year experience in a supervisory role with preschool-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum and design daily lesson plans for preschool children.
• Supervise children and activities, ensuring safety and compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Supervision

Curriculum Implementation

Communication

Child Development

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

CPR

First Aid

AED

Job description

Overview

The Preschool Lead Teacher provides direction for the program and classroom, implements program curriculum, ensures safety procedures are being implemented and assists in the direction and management of Assistant Teachers. ECT provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on achievement, relationships, and belonging through teaching the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Responsibilities

• Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
• Supports in the supervision and direction of Assistant Teachers.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Ensures program is consistently following all YMCA, Colorado Department of Health and Human Services, and Health Department expectations.
• Conducts parent conferences and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents. Engages parents in program activities and events.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records, registration forms, and medications.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent – must meet ECT qualifications through CDHS.
• Minimum 1 year experience working with preschool-aged/kindergarten-aged children in a supervisory role.
• Minimum age requirement of 21.
• Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; Working with Program Volunteers; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Ability to work with a wide range of age groups, demographics, and have the ability to collaborate well with a number of groups and individuals.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability and desire to embrace the mission of the YMCA.

Benefits

• Free Family Membership
• Free and Discounted Programs
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

Posted Salary Range

USD $19.00 - USD $23.00 /Hr.