Preschool Lead Teacher - Towson

The Y in Central Maryland; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Y in Central Maryland is looking for a Preschool Lead Teacher to join their mission-driven organization. The ideal candidate will supervise young children's classroom environments, ensuring their health and safety, while fostering their learning and development. This full-time role, aimed at individuals with a passion for education, will provide support to children and families alike.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of early childhood experience is required.
• Your 90-hour child care certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and supervise early childhood classroom structure.
• Create a nurturing environment for children's development.

Skills

Enthusiasm for young children

Good humor

Good judgment

Effective communication

Education

High school degree or GED

90-hour child care certification

Job description

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Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

How This Role Contributes To The Y’s Mission

As a Y Preschool Teacher, you will plan, manage and supervise early childhood classroom structure, including lesson plans, schedules, routines and transitions. The teacher will lead the classroom and support associates, while ensuring adherence to state standards & regulations as well as to the Y’s philosophy and approach to early childhood education. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children enrolled in our program. You will also create an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of each child in your care. As a Y Preschool Teacher, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the overall community we serve by working with our littlest Y participants to help them prepare for success in school and life.

This Work Is Right For You If You Have

• Enthusiasm for young children, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• At least 1 year of early childhood experience
• A high school degree or GED
• Your 90-hour child care certification

The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services