Lead Teacher - Daycare / school age Before & After

If you're creative, energetic, and passionate about working with children—and want weekends free—this role is for you!

About the role

As a Lead Teacher at our childcare center, you'll support the Child Care Program Director in creating a positive, enriching environment for children. Your role involves supervising, guiding, and serving as a role model. You'll plan and implement engaging curriculum with the help of an Assistant Teacher, ensuring compliance with regulations and YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development: Plan and execute daily lesson plans and activities based on child development principles.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a clean, organized classroom and keep accurate records.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Parent Communication: Act as a liaison with parents, assisting with enrollment and ongoing communication.
• Participation: Attend family events and program activities with enthusiasm.

Requirements

• Age: At least 18 years old.
• Education:
  • Associate Degree in a related field with 30 ECE credits and 2500 hours of experience; or
  • Any unrelated Associate/Bachelor's Degree with 30 ECE credits and 3750 hours of experience; or
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field with 30 ECE credits and 1250 hours of experience; or
  • Master's Degree in a related field with 30 ECE credits.
• Clearances: Pass Pennsylvania state mandated Title 33, Title 34 and FBI background checks, physical exam, and have a negative TB test.
• Training: Complete a minimum of 6 hours of training annually.
• Personal Qualities: Passion for working with children, patience, and a love for interactive activities like reading and singing.

Locations

• YMCA Early Learning Center (Poplar) – 3507 Poplar St., Erie, PA
• Downtown YMCA – 31 W 10th St., Erie, PA
• Glenwood Childcare – 3727 Cherry St., Erie, PA
• Eastside Childcare – 2101 Nagle Rd., Harborcreek, PA
• Waterford YMCA at First Presbyterian Church in Waterford
• Wattsburg Elementary YMCA – 10780 Wattsburg Rd., Wattsburg, PA
• Summit YMCA at Summit United Methodist Church in Erie (Summit Township)
• YMCA Early Learning University – 301 Darrow Rd., Edinboro, PA
• McKean Elementary YMCA – 5120 W Rd., McKean, PA
• County YMCA – 12285 YMCA Dr., Edinboro, PA
• Northwestern Elementary YMCA – 10450 John Williams Ave., Albion, PA
• Fairview YMCA at Fairview United Methodist Church in Fairview
• Elk Valley Elementary YMCA – 2556 Maple Ave., Lake City, PA
• Camp Sherwin YMCA – 8600 West Lake Rd., Lake City, PA

Pay

$12.61 - $15.76 per hour. Rate of pay is based on experience and educational credentials.

Schedule

25-37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Funded retirement plan where company matches 8% of eligible employee's salary after two years of qualifying employment
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Free YMCA membership for employee and family
• Discounted childcare and program fees
• Flexible work schedule

About YMCA of Greater Erie

We are a nonprofit dedicated to promoting healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development to strengthen our community. With over 21 million members in 2,600 Y associations nationwide, we make a local impact through four membership branches, an outdoor recreation center, nine education program centers, and various community outreach programs, serving over 35,000 people. We value our employees, offering a supportive work environment with a strong work-life balance and competitive wages and benefits. At the YMCA, we believe in inclusivity and provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others.