Ymca of Greater Omaha
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Salary
$15 - $17 / HOUR
Implement curriculum and provide a quality educational experience to foster achievement and belonging for children. Maintain a safe environment, conduct parent conferences, and manage program records.
Must be at least 18 years old with previous experience in a developmental setting and meet state licensing educational requirements. Required certifications include BLS CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration.
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!
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.
1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
2. Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging.
3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
5. 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.
7. Maintains a clean and safe program site and equipment.
8. Supports fundraising efforts.
9. Actively participates in program events and activities as assigned.
10. Actively participates in department, branch and association meetings and trainings.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Functional Expertise: Communication & Influence
1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state licensing regulations
2. Must be at least 18 years of age
3. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting required
4. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
5. Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; curriculum training
6. Complete within 30 days of hire: BLS CPR; First Aid; Emergency Oxygen Administration (provided by YMCA)
7. 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.
8. Follow youth boundaries policies and abuse risk management training.
9. Report suspicious behavior, policy violations, and adhere to mandated abuse reporting and responsibilities.
10. Complete all required abuse prevention training prior to first shift.
The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Market context
Nebraska early learning centers and community programs regularly seek teachers who can support developmental growth, classroom routines, and licensing compliance. This role is competitive because it requires both experience in a developmental setting and current certifications such as BLS CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration, while offering standard benefits like health, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Before applying, confirm your state licensing credentials and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which save time by condensing the original job description.
Salary benchmark
$36,242 avg / yr
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