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Early Childhood Education Lead

2 months ago


Kent City, Michigan, United States YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Full time
{"h1": "Lead Teacher Position at YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids", "p": "We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Lead Teacher to join our team at the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids. As a Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing classroom activities for 3-year-old preschool programs. This is a grant-funded, three-year role that focuses on providing high-quality early childhood education to our community.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Plan and lead daily lesson plans that meet the needs of our preschoolers
* Organize and participate in games and activities that promote learning and development
* Provide weekly lesson plans to parents and maintain open communication
* Maintain records of attendance and arrival/departure times
* Supervise children at all times and ensure their safety and well-being
* Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide feedback to parents
* Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment

**Requirements:**

* Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
* Preschool CDA required; Bachelor's degree preferred
* 6-12 months of experience in childcare or early childhood education
* Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles
* Ability and desire to work with infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children
* Working knowledge of computers and experience with software applications
* YMCA experience preferred

**Benefits:**

* Competitive hourly wage
* Free YMCA family membership and program discounts
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* Paid time off and 9 paid holidays per year
* 10% retirement contribution upon eligibility
* 403(b) retirement savings account
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family

**How to Apply:**

If you are a motivated and experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about providing high-quality education to our community, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you

**Equal Opportunity Employer:**

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and members.

**Note:**

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee in this role. The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids reserves the right to modify or change this job description at any time.

**Language:**

English (en-US)

**Compensation:**

Hourly Wage

**Job Type:**

Full-time

**Location:**

Grand Rapids, MI

**Job Category:**

Education

**Clearance:**

State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT), Fingerprinting, DHS clearance, Negative T.B. skin test

**Certifications:**

Blood Borne Pathogen training, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification

**Work Environment and Physical Demands:**

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**Travel:**

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.

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