What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Lead Teacher position at Greater Burlington YMCA?
Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a place that values you as a professional? Join the Y and enjoy a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package! Our directors are dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative environment, providing the guidance and mentorship you need to thrive. Our early childhood program, located in the heart of Burlington is hiring for lead teachers for our two's classroom. Our two year olds amaze with their boundless curiosity and rapid development. Experience the magic of Burlington alongside these adorable adventurers, as they explore and conquer the world right before your eyes!
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
- Great Pay: Competitive pay between $23.00-$25.00 an hour
- Professional Development: 8 in-service days for training, mental health, team meetings, and curriculum planning
- Time Off: 7 paid vacation days, 8 paid holidays, and 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year
- Balanced Workload: One full planning day each week
- Y Perks: Free Y membership and discounts on programs and camps
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus HRA funded by the Y
- Support: Employee assistance, short and long-term disability, and retirement plans
- Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Growth: Ongoing professional development opportunities
- The City is our Playground: Our classrooms get to the unique experience of being in the middle of the city with classes having the opportunity to walk to the waterfront, beach, woods, and Church Street.
- Collaborate: Work with teachers to implement quality early childhood programs
- Plan & Lead: Assist in lesson planning and lead activities
- Ensure Safety: Supervise activities to keep children safe
- Organize: Help maintain a neat and organized classroom
- Support: Assist in swim lessons, gym lessons, and field trips
- Communicate: Share relevant information with teachers and the director, and address child concerns appropriately
- Engage Families: Maintain professional communication with parents and guardians
- Confidentiality: Keep all information confidential
- Compliance: Help maintain state Child Care Licensing requirements
- Must be 20 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED and meet one (1) of the following qualifications:
- A Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level Three (3) Certificate; or
- Associate Degree with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education or Child and Family Services; or
- A Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program; or
- A Child Care Certificate of Completion from the Community College of Vermont; or
- Successful completion of twenty-one (21) college credits with an Early Childhood or School Age focus.
- Ability to pass federal background and state fingerprint checks
Salary : $23 - $25
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