Location
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Salary
$16 - $18 / HOUR
Quick overview
Responsibilities
include designing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities, and cultivating a safe, nurturing environment to encourage the physical, emotional, and intellectual growth of the children. The role also requires maintaining required program records and adjusting curriculum to meet learning objectives.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with over two years of experience working professionally or voluntarily with children, and a passion for working with infants in a fun, diverse setting. A high school diploma is required, with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.
Job description
Lead Infant Teacher
Allentown, PA | Full Time, Hourly; Monday-Friday 8
00am-5:00pm | $15.50-$18.00 per hour
We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers. Is that you?
We are looking for a certified teacher passionate about bringing the best out in our kids aged 2 years old, connecting to our community and having fun!
Some rewards for joining our team
- Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
- Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 paid holidays throughout the year
- Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!
- Supplemental insurance benefits
- What is needed for this job
- High school diploma, Associate/Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field preferred
- Are 18+ and have 2+ years of experience working with children in a professional, volunteer, or familial capacity
- Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment
- Past experience working with infant children
- Ability to pass all relevant clearances
The responsibilities we will trust you with
- Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn
- Being patient and kind with our parents
- Designing age appropriate lesson plans and activities
- Cultivating and fostering a safe and nurturing environment that will encourage physical, emotional, and intellectual growth of children in the program
- Maintaining required program records, including child files and portfolios
- Adjusting curriculum to ensure that all children meet the learning objectives
- Utilizing state and YMCA guidelines to ensure the safety and well being of the children
What you can expect
- Support from an amazing team
- Opportunities to learn & grow
- Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply.
After reading this, if you're thinking this is great- we want to meet you!
Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Free Ymca Membership
- Life Insurances
- Supplemental Insurance Benefits
- Discounts On Child Care And Summer Camp Programs
