EARLY CHILDHOOD LEAD TEACHER - Full Time!

Excellent Benefits!  NO Weekends!

The West YMCA is looking for a professional, detailed oriented Early Childhood Lead Teacher that is responsible for the daily operation of a designated licensed preschool childcare program.  This includes providing quality childcare, fostering achievement, encouraging belonging, and acting as a positive role model for children and other staff, while developing and implementing thematic age-appropriate activities.

Job Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Generous PAID Vacation time, Personal Day and Sick Time program
• AMAZING retirement plan with unprecedented company contribution
• Employee discounts on childcare and Y Programs
• No nights and weekends
• Growth opportunities!
• FREE YMCA Membership!

Job Responsibilities:

• Create fun and interactive learning experiences while serving as mentors to fellow teachers.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Communicate directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for the child.
• Creates a supportive and uplifting work environment.  
• Facilitates socialization, participation and interaction of children through active involvement in safe, fun and developmentally appropriate activities
• Provides adaptations based on individual needs and utilizes positive behavior guidance techniques 
• Leads developmentally appropriate program curriculum and coordinates supplies

Job Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Related experience as a teacher in a licensed preschool or early childhood education center preferred.
• Knowledge of general child growth and development, learning, and developmentally appropriate activities for children required.
• Requires the ability to effectively interact with, lead, and motivate children who have a variety of abilities and needs.  

The YMCA of Dane County is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, handicap, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable state law.