The role involves planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula to foster children's learning and self-esteem. Responsibilities also include conducting child observations, maintaining compliance paperwork, and communicating progress to parents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a degree in education or human services and have at least 2 years of verified child care experience. Ability to pass all relevant background clearances and maintain up-to-date training is required.
For the 2026-2027 School Year | $16.50-$17.50 We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers.
Is that you?
We are looking for an experienced professional passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun!
Some rewards for joining our team: Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
Flexible work schedule Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs Planning for your future?
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What is needed for this job Achievement of a degree from an accredited college or university in an education or human services related field 2+ years verified child care experience (2500 hours) Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep up to date on trainings The responsibilities we will trust you with: Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn, while maintaining control of environments that build children’s self esteem Implement and plan curriculum for program; ensuring child centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences throughout classrooms using positive reinforcement for behavioral management Conduct and record weekly child observations as well as any related to child behavior concerns or development that may require early intervention with parents/guardians Being patient and kind with our parents/guardians, communicating effectively and in a timely manner regarding children’s program experience, progress (written as well as verbal) while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity Accurately maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, and allergy reports, as well as compliant paperwork within timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports Ensure centers are maintained with quality learning materials, organized accordingly in labeled containers associated with appropriate learning center Attend team-planning meetings monthly or more as needed Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign an work to develop donors and volunteers What you can expect: Support from an amazing team Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- we want to meet you!
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The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.
The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
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