Childcare Lead Teacher Job at Keene Young Mens, Keene, NH

V1puNWd2Ukt0UGlxNlRWTy8rTkJUTnR1TFE9PQ==
  • Keene Young Mens
  • Keene, NH

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Are you passionate about caring for, nurturing, and mentoring children? If so, we would love to talk to you! The Y offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including free membership, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive team of dedicated professionals committed to strengthening community. The Lead Teacher provides direction for the childcare classroom and implements the program curriculum while providing a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

 
At the Y our focus is on youth development, and we strive to nurture the potential of every child in our community. Our program is licensed by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and holds an honorable Licensed Plus accreditation for quality. 

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you! 

Essential Functions of the Lead Teacher

  • Builds personal and meaningful relationships with childcare families while exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility.
  • Responds to all inquiries in a timely manner.  
  • As a full-time employee you must be dependable, and you will be expected to build consistency and stability in the classroom for the children in your care. 
  • Implement curriculum within the established guidelines.
  • Design and implement daily lesson/activity plans.
  • Supervise children, classroom and all activities.
  • Make ongoing, systemic observations and evaluations of each child.
  • Conduct parent conferences while maintaining positive relationships and effective communication.
  • Maintain program site and equipment.
  • Maintain required program records.
  • Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and staff training (18 hours per year)

Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance options 
  • Generous PTO, including floating holidays and vacation time that accrues monthly.
  • Membership to the Y
  • Flexible schedules
  • Professional development opportunities
  • 401a retirement plan with company match, plus option to contribute to a 403b retirement savings account
  • The opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization and to make a real difference in the lives of others in your community
Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Meets 80% to 100% of the following qualifications: 

  1. Ability to perform duties with professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness, empathy, care, honesty, and respect. 
  2. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. 
  3. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law; 18 ECE Credits   
  4. At least 21 years of age   
  5. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.   
  6. Health form completed within the 30 days of hire date; renewed every 3 years.   
  7. At least 1 year of experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.  
  8. Ability to plan, organize and implement age- appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. 

PREFERED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS:  

  1. An associate degree or higher in ECE or equivalent 
  2. 3 or more years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility. 

About Us
The Keene Family YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, committed to strengthening our community through programs and services focused on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. We are only impactful in our work when we have dedicated, knowledgeable, passionate staff who believe in our cause. 

Perhaps YOU are the cause-driven leader we are looking for that can build personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and responding to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner.

All positions require passing a background check.

The Keene Family YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital or family status. 

Compensation details: 16.8-20.16 Hourly Wage

PIa40d85c5e74b-25405-29839248

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Night shift,

Similar Jobs

Securitas

Waikiki Condo Security Officer - Weekends (Day Shifts) Job at Securitas

 ...Waikiki Vista- Security Officer Shifts: 6am - 2pm (Saturday & Sunday) Salary: $19 / Hourly We help make your world a safer place. Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We... 

GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

Tactical Security - Mobile Patrol Officer Job at GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

 ...available for GardaWorld employees!) A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life... 

Sanford Health

RN - Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float - Straight Nights Job at Sanford Health

 ...on Bonus Available Department Details Cluster B Adult Med Surg Float Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide... 

Michael Hatch Farmers Insurance

Farmers Insurance Agent Job at Michael Hatch Farmers Insurance

 ...passion to serve and a desire to excel in the financial services industry? Embark on your journey as an Insurance Agent at Michael Hatch Agency of Farmers Insurance. This position paves the way to becoming a fully licensed insurance agent, with the support of experienced... 

The Salvation Army Del Oro Division

Gym Attendant/ Books Before Baskets Tutor Job at The Salvation Army Del Oro Division

 ...in His name without discrimination. BASIC PURPOSE POSITION SUMMARY - The Community Center Gym Attendant/Books after Baskets Tutor position is to provide administrative support to the Community Center Programs, and to assist the Community Center Coordinator. Provide...