Senior Early Learning Teacher & Classroom Leader

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness programs

Family gym membership

PTO and paid holidays

403(b) plan

Descripción de la vacante

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a Master Teacher for our early learning program. The role focuses on effective instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, and ongoing evaluation to support children ages 3-5 in a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Responsibilities include planning, curriculum implementation, and learning experiences that promote social-emotional development, problem solving, and school readiness, while maintaining safety

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with PEL certification or contingency to obtain.
• 1–3 years of preschool/pre-kindergarten experience.
• Strong organizational, planning, and group management skills.
• Commitment to YMCA mission; ability to work flexible hours.
• Proficient verbal and written communication; respect for diverse populations.
• Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrate and promote high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Build a safe, inclusive classroom environment and foster active participation.
• Lead daily lesson plans based on the approved curriculum and promote development across domains.
• Plan, implement, and organize activities to support math, literacy, and cultural diversity.
• Support family engagement through regular contact and home visits.

Conocimientos

Instructional strategy

Classroom management

Assessment

Evaluation

Curriculum planning

ELL support

Family engagement

Diversity inclusion

Lesson planning

Professional development

Educación

Bachelor's in ECE

PEL certification

ESL endorsement

Descripción del empleo

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a Master Teacher for our early learning program. The role focuses on effective instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, and ongoing evaluation to support children ages 3-5 in a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Responsibilities include planning, curriculum implementation, and learning experiences that promote social-emotional development, problem solving, and school readiness, while maintaining safety