Early Learning Lead Teacher - Liberation Church

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking a motivated, cause-driven Early Learning Lead Teacher to provide leadership to the YMCA's Youth Development department - with responsibility for leading and supervising a classroom of preschool age children. This position is located at the YMCA Early Learning Center in Liberation Church - 5501 Midlothian Turnpike.

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is a nonprofit organization with the goal of strengthening the foundations of community. We do this through programs that help build a healthy mind, body and spirit for all, and our programs are built around our three focus areas: Healthy Living, Youth Development and Social Responsibility. The Y is open to all, and we pride ourselves on the diversity of our members and employees. As an employer, the Y seeks to recruit energetic professionals, encourage life balance, and provide opportunities for growth and development. Our employees embody our brand behaviors of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility.

Duties:

The Lead Teacher is responsible for leading and supervising early childhood classroom structure, including lesson plans, schedules, routines, and transitions. The Lead Teacher is responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children enrolled in our program, creating an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive and creative development of each child in the care of the YMCA Early Learning Center.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have a passion for youth development and the Y mission. A high school degree or equivalent is required, with a bachelor's degree strongly preferred. Related academic/enrichment experience and/or college courses necessary. Excellent relationship-building skills and oral and written communication skills are required, as well as computer and administrative proficiency.

• Must complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care staff online prior to working first shift with children.

• Must complete CPR & First Aid certification within first 30 days of employment.

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage, with Flex Spending & HSA Options

• YMCA Retirement Fund: 12% employer-paid retirement contribution (once vested)

• Generous paid time off

• Pretax program for health, dental, vision and child care (DCAP)

• Excellent training, development and career opportunities

• Free family metro Y membership with access to YMCA activities, classes and programs

• Free programs, including school-age child care and camp (excludes outside contracted programs and one-on-one offerings)

• Employee appreciation activities, including events, socials and optional wellness activities.

• Life & long-term disability; Employee Assistance Program

• Optional COBRA, short-term disability, pet insurance & legal resources program

Salary: $40,000-42,000