Preschool Teacher (FULL TIME)

About the role

Imagine going to work each day knowing that what you do helps shape the future of young children and their families. At The Learning Circle YMCA, it's more than just a job. It's an opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping children learn, grow, and thrive. The Learning Circle YMCA, a branch of the Summit Area YMCA, is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team. Teachers play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children can learn, explore, and build confidence. Working alongside a supportive team of educators, you will help foster each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development while building strong relationships with children and families.

The Summit Area YMCA is part of a world‑class organization, one of the area’s leading nonprofits that values and is made stronger by its diverse people. The Y is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other, focusing on empowering young people, improving health and well‑being, and inspiring action in and across communities.

Responsibilities

• Love working with young children and helping them learn through play and exploration
• Have experience working in a preschool, childcare, or early childhood classroom setting
• Are patient, positive, and encouraging
• Enjoy planning creative and engaging activities
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Have strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Thrive in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• Are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for all children and families

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 1 year experience working with children in a classroom group setting
• Willingness to grow professionally through learning, participating in trainings and accepting direction
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Availability to work year round supporting the school and summer season
• Are 18 years of age or older
• Have strong leadership, communication, planning and organization skills

Skills

• Strong leadership
• Communication
• Planning
• Organization

Benefits

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holidays
• 50% discount on YMCA childcare programs, including Infant Care, Toddler Care, Preschool, Full-Day Kindergarten, Before & After School Care, and Summer Camp
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• One free YMCA class per family member each program session
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• 12% employer retirement plan contribution upon eligibility
• Employee discounts on YMCA programs and services

Pay

Compensation range for this role is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour, based on education and experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position, working