Sign on Bonus $2000 Lead Teacher - Full Time

Job Title:  Lead Teacher- Full Time Branch:  Jennersville YMCA Location: West Grove, PA Shifts/Availability: 8:00-5:00pm Starting Pay: $16.00- $18.00/ hour   Sign on Bonus: $2000    About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine:  The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of eight YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.     Position Purpose:  The Jennersville YMCA is currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to work in our Childcare Early Learning Center as a Lead Teacher. The ideal candidate will not only possess the state requirements for the position, but will also have a passion for working with young children and model the core values of the YMCA. We look forward to having you join our dynamic team!     Responsibilities:  Perform all Lead Teacher functions including creating and implementing lesson plans, following DHS regulations, maintaining a safe learning environment for the children  Plan and implement an educational program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group  Maintains a healthy and engaging early childhood learning environment as well as a clean and risk-free room arrangement  Interact with the children to encourage development and involvement in activities  Establish and maintain positive and productive relationship with families, keeping parents/guardians well informed regarding the child’s growth and development  Maintains maintenance records, including, but not limited to:  accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records  Oversee the safety and whereabouts of the children in group at all times   Work with Director to hold parent conferences as specified by program  Work with Director to supervise Aides and/or other Assistant Group Supervisors as needed  Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor   Qualifications:  Must have a high school diploma or GED and 30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education, or 15 college credit hours and one year experience related to the care and development of children or high school diploma and 2,500 hours of service  At least 3 years of experience preferred  Must keep an up-to-date DHS file with a current physical  Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs  Benefits:   The YMCA of Greater Brandywine currently offers a comprehensive benefits package equivalent to up to 50% of pay, that includes a free YMCA family membership, company paid medical insurance, dental insurance along with a 12% employer contribution to the retirement savings plan.  Program discounts on YMCA of Greater Brandywine programs, camps, childcare, and continuing education classes at Immaculata University. Up to four free hours of Child Watch per day and Federal student loan forgiveness.

Salary : $16 - $18