Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

YWCA Greater Pittsburgh – Onsite, 6907 Frankstown Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA

About the role

In this 10-month position, the Pre-Kindergarten Teacher works as part of a team made up of the Children and Youth Development and Education Department Director, Group Leaders, Assistant Group Leaders, Aides, Cook, and clerical staff. They ensure the coordination of a quality program (PA Pre-K Counts, NAEYC, and OCDEL requirements for accreditation) for 3- to 5-year-old children in the Children and Youth Development and Education Department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily, developmentally appropriate activities, implement curriculum, and conduct assessments.
• Work with Director and fellow staff members to conduct program evaluations to ensure a quality program is offered to children and families.
• Maintain compliance with PA health and safety standards for childcare programs.
• Provide an enriching and high-quality program for children by striving to meet Keystone Stars and NAEYC quality standards.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree and Pre-K to 4 certification from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or child development.
• OR a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or child development with proof of teacher plan to achieve ECE certification.
• Act 33/34 clearances, fingerprinting, National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and criminal background checks as well as Mandated Reporter certification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefit options
• Paid life insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• Up to 26 paid time off days within the first year of employment
• Employee assistance program
• 403 B retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee discounted rates for childcare at YWCA Homewood

Pay

$45,000 USD / Year

Schedule

Full-time, 10-month position