Certified P3 Teacher - Full Time - Partnership with Mount Laurel School District

About the role

Lead Teacher position for the 2026–2027 school year (10 months, August–June), Monday–Friday. Full-time, hourly pay range $25.00–$35.00.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum aligned with state legislation and YMCA policies.
• Follow the “learn through play” NAEYC philosophy and ensure classroom staff actively plan, implement, and participate in activities.
• Read and adhere to YMCA policies, New Jersey/Pennsylvania licensing regulations (NJ DOE/PA DHS, OOL), and Quality Rating System standards (NAEYC, Keystone STARS, Grow NJ Kids).
• Supervise classroom staff to ensure proper verbal interactions, play-based techniques, and age-appropriate redirection; maintain confidentiality and sensitive communication with children and parents.
• Maintain daily records: attendance, emergency contact binders, trip binders, and allergy reports; communicate child progress to parents at least three times per year via Family Conferences and developmental assessments.
• Ensure staff maintain clean, orderly centers; engage children in upkeep; adhere to DOE/OOL/DHS/YMCA/ECERS/NAEYC standards.
• Report concerns about facility, staffing, ratios, or child development to the Director; plan and manage classroom resources effectively.
• Balance small-group teacher-directed activities with child-choice activities per NAEYC/Keystone STARS requirements.
• Attend staff meetings, team-teaching meetings, Back-to-School Night, and required trainings (including 12 hours of childcare-related trainings annually).
• Stay current with NAEYC guidelines, YMCA policies, risk management, safety practices, funding requirements, and applicable laws; lead by example with professionalism and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred, or related field with 60 ECE credits.
• New Jersey P–3 certification required; Standard preferred; CE with EPP and mentorship or CEAS with mentorship accepted.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership at all branches.
• 50% discount on programs including swimming lessons, early learning care, before/after care, day camp, and overnight camp.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; tuition reimbursement.