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$2000 Sign on Bonus-Certified Classroom Teacher - Cape Ann YMCA

YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE INC·Gloucester, Massachusetts

$23 - $28/hr·Full Time·On Site·
0-2 yrs
·Posted 24 days ago
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About the role

The Classroom Educator will develop and lead age-appropriate lesson plans while creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for children. They are also responsible for building positive relationships with families and maintaining an organized, enriching classroom space.

Job DetailsLevel

  • ExperiencedJob
  • Location:
  • Glen
  • T
  • MacLeod
  • Cape
  • Ann
  • YMCA -
  • Gloucester,
  • MA 01930Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • High
  • SchoolSalary
  • Range: $23.00 - $27.50
  • HourlyJob
  • Shift:
  • DaysNow
  • Hiring: Classroom Teacher - Cape Ann YMCA $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Certified Teachers! Join our team and receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus, paid in the following installments: $500 after your first full pay period $750 six months after your hire date $750 three months after your second bonus payment 🌟 Join Our Team as a Classroom Educator! 🌟 Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and making a meaningful difference in your community? ❤️📚 The YMCA of the North Shore is looking for a Classroom Educator who will bring energy, creativity, and compassion to our Early Learning Programs! ✨
  • What
  • You’ll Do: 👶 Create a safe, inclusive, and fun environment where every child feels supported and encouraged. 📖 Develop and lead age-appropriate, engaging lesson plans that spark curiosity and growth. 🤝 Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators. 🧩 Embrace and celebrate diverse abilities and learning styles in your classroom. 🛠 Keep your classroom organized, safe, and full of enriching materials. 📢 Communicate openly with families, sharing daily updates and developmental milestones. 🌱 Mentor and model best practices for colleagues while growing your own professional skills. ✨
  • Why
  • You’ll
  • Love
  • Working at the Y: ✅ Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. ✅ Enjoy supportive team culture and opportunities for growth and advancement. ✅ Access professional development and ongoing training. ✅ Make an impact in the lives of children and families every day! ✨ Why Work at the Y? Working at the YMCA means being part of a mission-driven organization that supports professional growth, community impact, and work-life balance.
  • Our benefits include:
  • Health
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and employer-funded life insurance for full-time staff
  • Time
  • Off: Generous paid time off, including 2 weeks of vacation, plus sick and personal days
  • Retirement
  • Plan: 12% company contribution to your retirement fund (fully vested, no match required)
  • YMCA
  • Membership: Free family membership and discounts on programs
  • Professional
  • Development:
  • Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
  • Supportive
  • Environment: Be part of a collaborative team making a real difference
  • Competitive
  • Compensation: Fair and competitive pay and benefits package 📩 Apply today and help us inspire, teach, and nurture the next generation! 🌈🙌 Qualifications💰 $2,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! $500 after your first full pay period $750 six months after your hire date $750 three months after your second bonus payment . ***Certified Teachers Only**
  • What
  • You’ll
  • Bring to the
  • Team: Must be at least 18 years old. High School Diploma or equivalent. Meet Teacher qualifications as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). A solid understanding of children’s growth and development—and the creativity to turn this knowledge into engaging, age-appropriate activities! 📝
  • Requirements
  • Before
  • You
  • Start: ✅ Complete EEC fingerprinting prior to your first day. ✅ Keep all required documents and certifications current in your educator file. ✅ Complete all trainings, certifications, and program orientation following EEC and YMCA of the North Shore guidelines. ✅ Maintain current Infant/Child CPR & First Aid certification. 🏃‍♀️
  • Work
  • Environment &
  • Physical
  • Demands: 💪 Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. 🔄 Comfortable bending, twisting, reaching, and transitioning between sitting (including sitting on the floor!) and standing. 🌤 Willing to spend time outdoors in all seasons. ⚡ Able to react quickly and appropriately to the unpredictable actions of young children. The YMCA is committed to a nondiscrimination policy and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent and meet the teacher qualifications determined by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. Additionally, applicants must maintain current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certifications and complete all required background checks and trainings.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Mentoring
  • Organization
  • CPR
  • First aid
  • Lesson planning
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Early childhood education
  • Inclusive teaching

Benefits

  • Vacation
  • Dental insurance
  • Personal days
  • Medical insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development
  • Sick days
  • Sign-on bonus
  • YMCA membership
  • Employer-funded life insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$23 - $28/hr
Location
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Posted
Jul 29, 2026
Application
Employer website
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YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE INC

Our YMCA is an inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The YMCA of the North Shore is comprised of six local YMCAs that have joined together or...

Salary listed on 40 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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