YMCA Immanuel Lead Toddler Teacher - FT/Benefitted

YMCA of Greater Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher to provide a nurturing and engaging environment for young children. This role involves implementing educational programs, supervising activities, and fostering positive relationships with families. The ideal candidate will have a passion for child development, strong communication skills, and the ability to create an inclusive atmosphere. Join a team that values community impact and offers numerous benefits, including flexible schedules and professional development opportunities. If you're ready to make a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedule

Tuition discounts

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Employer-paid retirement contribution

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing regulations for educational and experience qualifications.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting required.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum within established guidelines.
• Nurture children through purposeful programming.
• Supervise children and maintain a clean program site.

Skills

Child Development

Curriculum Implementation

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Certification

Job description

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YMCA of Greater Omaha provided pay range

This range is provided by YMCA of Greater Omaha. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$15.00/hr - $16.50/hr

So many perks & benefits ~ Enjoy a flexible schedule ~ Work with great people ~ Make a difference in our community ~ Free YMCA membership ~ Locations across the metro – likely a Y near you ~ Tuition discounts ~ Flexible work attire ~ Training & development!

Benefits

• Free childcare for up to 1 dependent child for the first year (dependent upon availability)
• Free family YMCA membership
• Significant YMCA program & childcare discounts
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical insurance where the Y covers a majority of the cost, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• 100% employer-paid retirement contribution of 12% of earnings – no employee match or contribution required (after meeting eligibility requirements)
• Paid time off, sick time, emergency assistance, maternity & parental leave
• Flexible work attire – Y shirts provided & you choose your style, dress for your day
• Tuition discounts, training & development, & opportunities to advance.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule, work with great people, & make a difference in our community!
  
  

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Teachers/Facilitators provide a quality experience for children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging among youth and within their families.

Essential Functions

• Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA. 6. Maintains required program records.
• Maintains a clean and safe program site and equipment.
• Supports fundraising efforts.
• Actively participates in program events and activities as assigned.
• Actively participates in department, branch and association meetings and trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

Inclusion

Functional Expertise

Communication & Influence

Qualifications

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state licensing regulations
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting required
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; curriculum training
• Complete within 30 days of hire: BLS CPR; First Aid; Emergency Oxygen Administration (provided by YMCA)
• Ability to relate effectively to and develop meaningful relationships with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community, including ADA compliance. Successful clearance of background check required.
• Follow youth boundaries policies and abuse risk management training.
• Report suspicious behavior, policy violations, and adhere to mandated abuse reporting and responsibilities.
• Complete all required abuse prevention training prior to first shift.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Classroom/recreational environment. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking and playing with children at their level are required.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program.
• Hours will include evening and weekend work.
• Reliable transportation and travel among local branches and off-site facilities required.
  
  

The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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