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Lead School Age Teacher

YMCA·Allentown, Pennsylvania

$17 - $19/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Lead School Age Teacher is responsible for designing age-appropriate lesson plans and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children's growth. They must maintain program records and ensure all safety guidelines are followed according to state and YMCA standards.

School Age Child Care Teacher: Location | Full Time, Hourly | $-$ per hour

We believe great minds are nurtured by great leaders. 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!
  • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances
  • Generous Paid Time Off + 6 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
  • 18+ years of age, 2+ years of working with children
  • High school diploma or some college credits
  • 1+ year of Leadership/Supervisory experience in a child care setting
  • Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment
  • 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
  • Assisting the site director with day to day functions of before or after school daycare program
  • Aiding the kids through activities, snack time, homework etc.

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

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

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Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma, with a degree in childhood education or human services preferred. At least 2 years of professional or volunteer experience working with children and the ability to pass all relevant clearances are required.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Record Keeping
  • Patient Communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Lesson Planning
  • Child Safety
  • Educational Leadership
  • Curriculum Adjustment

Benefits

  • Retirement Planning
  • Child Care Discounts
  • Free YMCA Membership
  • Supplemental Insurance Benefits
  • Summer Camp Program Discounts

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$17 - $19/hr
Location
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jul 2, 2026
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Hiring organization

YMCA

The YMCA is a nonprofit, charitable membership organization based on Christian principles dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community. The YMCA of Youngstown consists of the Central Y in downtown Youngstown, the Davis Family Y in Boardman, Ohio, and Camp Fitch Y,...

Salary listed on 103 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Classroom teacher roles remain competitive in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, classroom teacher openings often draw candidates with early-childhood or childcare experience, especially when child development knowledge and classroom routines are part of the role. These positions can be competitive because employers look for strong organization, communication, time management, and current First Aid/CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any credential or schedule details before applying.

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