Overview
Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher Jobs in Exton, PA at YMCA of Greater Brandywine
Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure
The Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes all children and families while promoting and maintaining a strong educational program in accordance with the YMCA and licensing and quality requirements.
Who Are We?
The Philadelphia Inquirer named the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) a 2024 Top Workplace. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine 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.
Perks & Benefits
Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
Career development and paid training
Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
What Youll Do
Develop and implement weekly lesson plans and program goals with the support of director. Interact with all children to encourage their individual development daily
Maintain necessary program records.
Establish relationships and maintain positive communication with all guardians.
Maintain supervision of all students.
Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment.
Engage with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activities.
Maintain maintenance records, including, but not limited to accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.
Greet parents and children daily and report or direct parental concerns to the lead teacher or director.
Adheres to all program and district professional expectations and compliance Use age-appropriate positive guidance to support children.
Follow DHS procedures and help others do as well.
Provide care for the needs of children.
Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education
15 college credit hours and one-year experience related to the care
Current CDA certificate
Must keep an up-to-date DHS file
Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Work Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, communicate and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.
Why You Need To Apply
Not meeting every single requirement? Thats perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If youre excited about this role, dont let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what were looking for!
Title: Childcare Lead Toddler Teacher
Company: YMCA of Greater Brandywine
Location: Exton, PA
